Books with author Gregory L Vogt

Providing theoretical information on an asteroid whose collision with Earth sixty-five million years ago may have resulted in the extinction of the dinosaurs, a scientific guide considers a second possible asteroid collision.

Book by Vogt, Gregory L.

Describes the moons of the solar system, including Earth's moon and moons that orbit Jupiter, Saturn, Uranus, Neptune, and Pluto.

Using clear, simple language, Early Bird Astronomy titles provide newly fluent readers with thorough explanations of the planets and other objects in our solar system, as well as an introduction to space exploration and basic astronomy concepts.

Describes experiments high school students have suggested for the space shuttle and explains how to design and propose experiments

Presents information about the largest planet in our solar system and its moons

Presents information on the different types of celestial matter known as asteroids, comets, and meteors and on what scientists learned from the impact of a comet on the surface of Jupiter

Explores how stars form and create energy, including descriptions of black holes, constellations, and the movement of stars.

Enhanced with full-color photos, this book provides a review of the tragedies and near-disasters that have taken place from the early days of the space explorations through today, including an examination of the events of Apollo 13, incidents on space station Mir, and the recent loss of the Columbia shuttle in February, 2003.

Book by Vogt, Gregory

Presents an introduction to the stars, describing their different types, how they are formed and become extinct, and how they have been studied throughout history.

Describes the training and preparation for spacewalking, the hazards faced by astronauts, as well as the construction of spacesuits.