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From planets, stars, and galaxies to the search for extraterrestrial life, CliffsQuickReview Astronomy gives you jargon-free explanations of the fundamentals -- including all the latest discoveries and theories. This guide introduces each topic, defines key terms, and carefully walks you through each sample problem step-by-step. In no time, you'll be ready to tackle the key concepts in this book such as

• The history and science of astronomy
  
  
• Origin and evolution of the solar system
  
  
• Hertzprung-Russel diagram
  
  
• Final end states of stars
  
  
• Types of galaxies and their classification
  
  

In plain words and useful formats, CliffsQuickReview Astronomy provides an overview of the uni...