PHYS 160 - Astronomy of the Solar System



  • Outline:

    • This course is an introduction to astronomy for the general student with emphasis on the solar system.

    • Representative topics include: seasons, phases of the moon, motions of the Earth and planets, history of the Earth and solar system, description of individual planets and their moons, comets, formation of the solar system, prospects for life in other solar systems.

    • No previous physics or science background is required.




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