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Sun: A Very Short Introduction by Philip Judge - A Brief Guide to Our Star (2020 Paperback)

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ISBN-13: 9780198832690 Number of Pages: 192 Pages gtin13: 9780198832690 Topic: Astronomy TitleLeading: The Item Length: 6.9 in Item Height: 0.4 in Publication Year: 2020 Illustrator: Yes Genre: Science Book Series: Very Short Introductions Ser. Book Title: Sun : a Very Short Introduction LCCN: 2020-934353 Table Of Content: 1. The Sun, our star2. The Sun's life-cycle3. Spots and magnetic fields4. The dynamic corona5. Solar impacts on EarthFurther ReadingIndex Synopsis: Without the Sun, our planet - and life on it - would not exist. As our nearest star, the Sun is also important for astronomers and still presents many puzzles. Philip Judge explains what we know about the Sun's structure and evolution, solar phenomena, and the impact of solar activity on the Earth., The Sun, as our nearest star, is of enormous importance for life on Earth - providing the warm radiation and light which allowed complex life to evolve. The Sun plays a key role in influencing our climate, whilst solar storms and high-energy events can threaten our communication infrastructure and satellites.This Very Short Introduction explores what we know about the Sun, its physics, its structure, origins, and future evolution. Philip Judge explains some of the remaining puzzles about the Sun that still confound us, using elementary physics, and mathematical concepts. Why does the Sun form spots? Why does it flare? As he shows, these and other nagging difficulties relate to the Sun's continually variable magnetism, which converts an otherwise dull star into a machine for flooding interplanetary space with variable radiation, high-energy particles and magnetic ejections. Throughout, Judge highlights the many reasons that the Sun is important, and why scientists engage in solar research.ABOUT THE SERIES: The Very Short Introductions series from Oxford University Press contains hundreds of titles in almost every subject area. These pocket-sized books are the perfect way to get ahead in a new subject quickly. Our expert authors combine facts, analysis, perspective, new ideas, and enthusiasm to make interesting and challenging topics highly readable., The Sun, as our nearest star, is of enormous importance for life on Earth - providing the warm radiation and light which allowed complex life to evolve. The Sun plays a key role in influencing our climate, whilst solar storms and high-energy events can threaten our communication infrastructure and satellites. This Very Short Introduction explores what we know about the Sun, its physics, its structure, origins, and future evolution. Philip Judge explains some of the remaining puzzles about the Sun that still confound us, using elementary physics, and mathematical concepts. Why does the Sun form spots? Why does it flare? As he shows, these and other nagging difficulties relate to the Sun's continually variable magnetism, which converts an otherwise dull star into a machine for flooding interplanetary space with variable radiation, high-energy particles and magnetic ejections. Throughout, Judge highlights the many reasons that the Sun is important, and why scientists engage in solar research. ABOUT THE SERIES: The Very Short Introductions series from Oxford University Press contains hundreds of titles in almost every subject area. These pocket-sized books are the perfect way to get ahead in a new subject quickly. Our expert authors combine facts, analysis, perspective, new ideas, and enthusiasm to make interesting and challenging topics highly readable. Language: English ISBN-10: 0198832699 Intended Audience: Trade Item Width: 4.3 in Publisher: Oxford University Press, Incorporated LC Classification Number: QB521.4 Item Weight: 5.1 Oz brand: Oxford University Press, Incorporated Author: Philip Judge Format: Trade Paperback

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  1. This book is a brilliant, concise guide to our closest star—packed with fascinating facts yet easy to digest. Philip Judge explains complex solar science in clear, engaging language, making it perfect for curious minds. Whether you're a casual stargazer or a science enthusiast, this short read delivers big insights. Highly recommended for anyone wanting to understand the Sun better!

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