The universe
Title:
The universe
Author:
University Corporation for Atmospheric Research (Boulder, Colo.)
Summary:
This site focuses on the universe. From explaining to viewers the history of astronomy to building sky maps, this site is the best on line source for information about the universe. From descriptions of the types of galaxies to various constellations, images allow viewers to explore all the components of the universe.
General Note:
Title from title screen (viewed June 7, 2001).
Language:
English
Contents:
Astronomy throughout history -- Understanding the sky -- Constellations -- Sky maps -- Stars -- Star dust -- Strange stuff in space -- Galaxies -- The cosmos -- Space science news -- News & discovery -- Image archives -- Universe's Web.
Reading Level:
Middle school - High school - Postsecondary
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Electronic Access:
http://www.windows.ucar.edu/tour/link=/the_universe/the_universe.html