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Explores topics in space science.

Offers a basic introduction to the planet Uranus, discussing its size, composition, physical appearance, unique features, location in the solar system, and how scientists study it.

Offers a basic introduction to the planet Saturn, discussing its size, composition, physical appearance, unique features, location in the solar system, and how scientists study it.

Offers a basic introduction to the planet Jupiter, discussing its size, composition, physical appearance, unique features, location in the solar system, and how scientists study it.

Offers a basic introduction to the planet Mercury, discussing its size, composition, physical appearance, temperature, unique features, location in the solar system, and how scientists study it.

"All the most important space missions, the discoveries that have changed the way we think about the universe and the leaders in space exploration can be found in this volume that reveals and explains, from A to Z, the most surprising, interesting facts about the universe!"--

Star Wars has captured the hearts and imaginations of sci-fi fans worldwide. We all marvel at its dazzling variety of aliens, spaceships, and planets. That’s because there’s something revolutionary about the actual science in Star Wars. These painted pictures from the movies make us see the universe in a new light. They inspire us to ask questions such as: How much would it cost to build a Death Star? Did Star Wars predict the existence of exoplanets?...