Description
This revised Second Edition of the Oxford Dictionary of Astronomy contains over 4,300 up-to-date entries covering all aspects of astronomy. Compiled with the help of over 20 expert contributors under the editorship of author and broadcaster Ian Ridpath, Oxford’s Dictionary of Astronomy covers everything from space exploration and the equipment involved, astrophysics, cosmology, and the concept of time.
The dictionary also includes biographical entries on eminent astronomers, as well as worldwide coverage of observatories and telescopes. Supplementary material is included in the appendices, such as tables on the Apollo lunar landing missions and the constellations, a table of planetary data, and others. Entries have been fully revised and updated for this edition, and new entries have been added to reflect the recent developments within the field of astronomy.
“This book is rich in peculiarities for the interested observer”–The Independent
Also includes advanced search tools and features that have become the staple of quality Oxford reference apps from MobiSystems.
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A SEARCH TOOL
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featuring search autocomplete to help you find terms quickly by displaying predictions in line with what you're typing. You also get enhanced search extras including:
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A quick search of terms while you type.
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A 'fuzzy filter' for when you are not sure of the correct spelling of a term.
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A 'keyword' search for finding key words within compound phrases.
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A wild card search function ('*' or '?') which can replace a letter or entire parts of a term.
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Download reference definitions locally for offline access.
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A LEARNING TOOL
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including a number of features that help you further enhance your knowledge of the subject:
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A 'Favorites' feature to memorize terms from the extensive library, including cross-curriculum terms.
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History list to help you easily review looked-up terms.
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See terms in context with examples.
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'Term-of-the-day' feature with dedicated homescreen widget.