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The Microbe HuntersActually YOU put Trump in the White House. He wouldn't have gotten 1% of the vote if it wasn't for the widespread spiritual and cultural devastation caused by progressive policies. There's no "this country" left with your immigration policies, your "allies" are worthless and even more suicidal than you are and democracy is a sick joke that I hope nobody ever thinks about repeating when the current order collapses. - Darth_Executor striking a conciliatory note in Civics 101
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The Physical Universe: An Introduction to Astronomy - Shu
This is a great introduction to astronomy that uses little more than algebra and trigonometry to illustrate some essential concepts in astronomy, so you don't even need any calculus to read it. It is somewhat dated, but I think it's still good for beginners. Make no mistake though, this is a professional astronomy book that was used for first year undergrads.
NOTE: Do not confuse this with the other textbook simply titled 'The Physics Universe' .
The Cosmic Perspective - Bennet - Donahue -Mark Voit
Another fine introduction to the field that also requires the same level of mathematics, and is more modern.
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This book is basically a brick of different mathematics commonly used in the physical sciences. It covers everything from single variable calculus to group theory, and it's pretty much the only math book you'll need. By the end you'll have what you need to do QM and Relativity.
Mathematical Methods for Physics and Engineering - Riley - Hobson - Bence.
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I prefer books that tie a bit more history into the mix.
Straight up science factoids would make me sleepy.
I'm glad there are people who enjoy that sort of thing.Actually YOU put Trump in the White House. He wouldn't have gotten 1% of the vote if it wasn't for the widespread spiritual and cultural devastation caused by progressive policies. There's no "this country" left with your immigration policies, your "allies" are worthless and even more suicidal than you are and democracy is a sick joke that I hope nobody ever thinks about repeating when the current order collapses. - Darth_Executor striking a conciliatory note in Civics 101
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The Story of Life in 25 Fossils: Tales of Intrepid Fossil Hunters and the Wonders of Evolution
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By paleontologist Donald Prothero. A nice follow on to his earlier excellent book What The Fossils Say And Why It Matters.
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Originally posted by Meh Gerbil View PostI prefer books that tie a bit more history into the mix.
Straight up science factoids would make me sleepy.
I'm glad there are people who enjoy that sort of thing."As for my people, children are their oppressors, and women rule over them. O my people, they which lead thee cause thee to err, and destroy the way of thy paths." Isaiah 3:12
There is no such thing as innocence, only degrees of guilt.
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Veritas vos Liberabit<>< Learn Greek <>< Look here for an Orthodox Church in America<><Ancient Faith Radio
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I recommend you do not try too hard and ...research as little as possible. Such weighty things give me a headache. - Shunyadragon, Baha'i apologist
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Originally posted by Darth Executor View PostI prefer educational material. The fact that they teach so much science history in science classes annoys me to no end.
It would be one thing to have a particular class that addresses the history of each field of science, but we don't need deep history in each course. A student can learn these subjects just fine without all these back stories.
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Originally posted by Sea of red View PostAh, the classic BIG ORANGE BOOK - though it's not orange there.Veritas vos Liberabit<>< Learn Greek <>< Look here for an Orthodox Church in America<><Ancient Faith Radio
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I recommend you do not try too hard and ...research as little as possible. Such weighty things give me a headache. - Shunyadragon, Baha'i apologist
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