The Future of Astronomy

Author: Li Jing
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Publish Date: 1999-10-01
Features: This book first reviews four epoch-making achievements in 20th-century astronomy—the extension of cosmic exploration from optical to all-wave bands, space exploration of the Sun and solar system bodies, the evolutionary process of stars from birth to death, and a review of the large-scale structure and dynamic characteristics of the universe. It then looks ahead to the research prospects of the mysteries and unresolved issues in astronomy yet to be uncovered in the 21st century. The book is accompanied by nearly 70 selected illustrations, most of which are space art works that are being presented to readers for the first time. This book first reviews four epoch-making achievements in 20th-century astronomy—the extension of cosmic exploration from optical to all-wave bands, space exploration of the Sun and solar system bodies, the evolutionary process of stars from birth to death, and a review of the large-scale structure and dynamic characteristics of the universe. It then looks ahead to the research prospects of the mysteries and unresolved issues in astronomy yet to be uncovered in the 21st century. The book is accompanied by nearly 70 selected illustrations, most of which are space art works that are being presented to readers for the first time. The book integrates scientific rigor, knowledge, and, making it an excellent popular science reading material beneficial to a broad audience, especially young people.