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A meeting with the universe: Science discoveries from the space programA general history of space exploration is presented. The solar system is discussed. The Sun-Earth relationship is considered, including magnetic fields, solar wind, the magnetosphere, and the Sun-weather relationship. The universe beyond the solar system is discussed. Topics include stellar and galactic evolution, quasars and intergalactic space. The effects of weightlessness and ionizing radiation on human beings are considered. The possibility of extraterrestrial life is discussed. Lunar and planetary exploration, solar-terrestrial physics, astrophysics, biomedical research and exobiology are reviewed. Numerons color illustrations are included.
Document ID
19820019321
Acquisition Source
Legacy CDMS
Document Type
Other - NASA Educational Publication (EP)
Authors
French, B. M.
(NASA Headquarters Washington, DC United States)
Maran, S. P.
(NASA Headquarters Washington, DC United States)
Date Acquired
August 29, 2013
Publication Date
January 1, 1981
Subject Category
Space Sciences (General)
Report/Patent Number
NAS 1.19:177
NASA-EP-177
Accession Number
82N27197
Distribution Limits
Public
Copyright
Work of the US Gov. Public Use Permitted.
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