The second edition of Goldsmith and Owen's widely acclaimed work explores the notion that life may exist beyond the planet Earth. The book weaves together strands of inquiry from biology, planetary astronomy, astrophysics, geology, and communications theory. By combining these relevant fields of science, students benefit from a complete and clear understanding of the types of objects in the universe and their characteristics-helping them explore one of life's greatest adventures.
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The second edition of Goldsmith and Owen's widely acclaimed work explores the notion that life may exist beyond the planet Earth. The book weaves together strands of inquiry from biology, planetary astronomy, astrophysics, geology, and communications theory. By combining these relevant fields of science, students benefit from a complete and clear understanding of the types of objects in the universe and their characteristics-helping them explore one of life's greatest adventures.
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Vendeur : Bay State Book Company, North Smithfield, RI, Etats-Unis
Etat : acceptable. The book is complete and readable, with all pages and cover intact. Dust jacket, shrink wrap, or boxed set case may be missing. Pages may have light notes, highlighting, or minor water exposure, but nothing that affects readability. May be an ex-library copy and could include library markings or stickers. N° de réf. du vendeur BSM.1CGLM
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Vendeur : World of Books (was SecondSale), Montgomery, IL, Etats-Unis
Paperback. Etat : Very Good. Long recognized as the Gold Standard text for astrobiology courses, The Search for Life in the Universe now appears in a completely revised and updated Third Edition. This book engages students in astronomy by presenting a great, unsolved mystery: How likely is life beyond earth, and how can we find it if it exists? The text covers the fundamentals of astronomy and astrophysics, including the discovery of more than 55 planets around other stars, and also provides an overview of biology, geology, evolution, and the possibilities of interstellar travel and communication. Written for readers with no background in mathematics, the book includes 24 color insert pages and brilliantly rendered illustrations by Jon Lomberg. N° de réf. du vendeur 00087066919
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Vendeur : -OnTimeBooks-, Phoenix, AZ, Etats-Unis
Etat : very_good. Gently read. May have name of previous ownership, or ex-library edition. Binding tight; spine straight and smooth, with no creasing; covers clean and crisp. Minimal signs of handling or shelving. 100% GUARANTEE! Shipped with delivery confirmation, if you're not satisfied with purchase please return item! Ships USPS Media Mail. N° de réf. du vendeur OTV.0201569493.VG
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Vendeur : World of Books Inc, Montgomery, IL, Etats-Unis
Paperback. Etat : Very Good. Long recognized as the Gold Standard text for astrobiology courses, The Search for Life in the Universe now appears in a completely revised and updated Third Edition. This book engages students in astronomy by presenting a great, unsolved mystery: How likely is life beyond earth, and how can we find it if it exists? The text covers the fundamentals of astronomy and astrophysics, including the discovery of more than 55 planets around other stars, and also provides an overview of biology, geology, evolution, and the possibilities of interstellar travel and communication. Written for readers with no background in mathematics, the book includes 24 color insert pages and brilliantly rendered illustrations by Jon Lomberg. N° de réf. du vendeur CIN0201569493VG
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Vendeur : The Maryland Book Bank, Baltimore, MD, Etats-Unis
paperback. Etat : Very Good. 2nd Edition. Used - Very Good. N° de réf. du vendeur 1-J-1-1971
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Vendeur : Better World Books: West, Reno, NV, Etats-Unis
Etat : Good. 2nd Edition. Pages intact with minimal writing/highlighting. The binding may be loose and creased. Dust jackets/supplements are not included. Stock photo provided. Product includes identifying sticker. Better World Books: Buy Books. Do Good. N° de réf. du vendeur 3148205-75
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Vendeur : Better World Books, Mishawaka, IN, Etats-Unis
Etat : Very Good. 2nd Edition. Former library copy. Pages intact with possible writing/highlighting. Binding strong with minor wear. Dust jackets/supplements may not be included. Includes library markings. Stock photo provided. Product includes identifying sticker. Better World Books: Buy Books. Do Good. N° de réf. du vendeur 8358364-6
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Vendeur : ThriftBooks-Dallas, Dallas, TX, Etats-Unis
Paperback. Etat : Very Good. No Jacket. May have limited writing in cover pages. Pages are unmarked. ~ ThriftBooks: Read More, Spend Less. N° de réf. du vendeur G0201569493I4N00
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Vendeur : Bingo Books 2, Vancouver, WA, Etats-Unis
Soft cover. Etat : Near Fine. 2nd Edition. SOFT COVER IN NEAR FINE CONDITION,2ND EDITION. N° de réf. du vendeur 312577
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Vendeur : The Second Reader Bookshop, Buffalo, NY, Etats-Unis
Paperback. Etat : Very Good. Very Good with moderate wear to covers and no marks to text. New Age; 2Nd Edition; 8.9 X 6.2 X 1.2 inches; 519 pages. N° de réf. du vendeur 74924
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