Stars to Self: Chemical Cosmos

Mahima (Autor)

Buch | Softcover

234 Seiten

2024
tredition (Verlag)
978-3-384-22218-3 (ISBN)

Infos

Have you ever gazed at the stars and wondered what they're made of? "Stars to Self: Chemical Cosmos" unveils the surprising connection between the universe's fiery hearts and the very atoms that make up you!This book dives into the fascinating world of stellar spectroscopy, a powerful technique that deciphers the secrets hidden within starlight. Through the analysis of starlight's chemical fingerprint, you'll discover how scientists can unlock the composition of distant stars, galaxies, and even interstellar clouds.But "Stars to Self" goes beyond celestial fireworks. It reveals the mind-blowing truth: the very elements that make up our bodies, from the calcium in our bones to the iron in our blood, were forged in the fiery bellies of stars!This book is your journey of self-discovery on a cosmic scale. You'll learn how we are all truly made of stardust, connected to the universe in a profound and beautiful way.

Autor

Professor Mahima, for your Astronomy course, I propose "Stars to Self: Chemical Cosmos." This book weaves a captivating story, connecting the vastness of the cosmos with the very building blocks of life. We'll delve into stellar nucleosynthesis, where stars forge the elements that make up our planet and even ourselves. Imagine – the stardust that exploded from supernovae billions of years ago is now part of us! "Stars to Self" doesn't stop there. We'll bridge the gap between cosmic and biological chemistry, analyzing how these elements form the foundation of life on Earth. Through this journey, you'll gain a profound appreciation for the interconnectedness of the universe. The book dives deeper, exploring concepts like the fine-tuning of the cosmos for life and the anthropic principle, igniting curiosity about whether we're alone. "Stars to Self" is a valuable resource for anyone fascinated by our place in the universe, the awe-inspiring connection between the stars and ourselves, and the remarkable story of the chemical cosmos.

Produkt-Details

• Erscheint lt. Verlag: 8.5.2024
• Verlagsort: manipal
• Sprache: englisch
• Maße: 155 x 234 mm
• Gewicht: 400 g
• Themenwelt: Naturwissenschaften ► Physik / Astronomie ► Astronomie / Astrophysik
• Schlagworte: Chemistry and biochemistry • Cosmology and astrophysics • Exploring our place within the vastness of the cosmos • From stardust to planets and life • Planetary formation and habitability • Stellar nucleosynthesis and the creation of elements • The anthropic principle and the fine-tuning of the universe • The chemical composition of the human body • The fundamental building blocks of life • The impact of cosmic events on the evolution of life • The interconnectedness of all things in the universe • The ongoing search for extraterrestrial life • The periodic table in the cosmos • The role of supernovae in enriching the interstellar medium • The scientific basis for the phrase "we are made of stardust"
• ISBN-10: 3-384-22218-0 / 3384222180
• ISBN-13: 978-3-384-22218-3 / 9783384222183
• Zustand: Neuware