How Long to Read Encyclopedia of the Solar System

How Long Does it Take to Read Encyclopedia of the Solar System?

It takes the average reader 16 hours and 54 minutes to read Encyclopedia of the Solar System by Lucy-Ann McFadden

Assuming a reading speed of 250 words per minute. Learn more

Description

Long before Galileo published his discoveries about Jupiter, lunar craters, and the Milky Way in the Starry Messenger in 1610, people were fascinated with the planets and stars around them. That interest continues today, and scientists are making new discoveries at an astounding rate. Ancient lake beds on Mars, robotic spacecraft missions, and new definitions of planets now dominate the news. How can you take it all in? Start with the new Encyclopedia of the Solar System, Second Edition.This self-contained reference follows the trail blazed by the bestselling first edition. It provides a framework for understanding the origin and evolution of the solar system, historical discoveries, and details about planetary bodies and how they interact—and has jumped light years ahead in terms of new information and visual impact. Offering more than 50% new material, the Encyclopedia includes the latest explorations and observations, hundreds of new color digital images and illustrations, and more than 1,000 pages. It stands alone as the definitive work in this field, and will serve as a modern messenger of scientific discovery and provide a look into the future of our solar system.· Forty-seven chapters from 75+ eminent authors review fundamental topics as well as new models, theories, and discussions· Each entry is detailed and scientifically rigorous, yet accessible to undergraduate students and amateur astronomers· More than 700 full-color digital images and diagrams from current space missions and observatories amplify the chapters· Thematic chapters provide up-to-date coverage, including a discussion on the new International Astronomical Union (IAU) vote on the definition of a planet· Information is easily accessible with numerous cross-references and a full glossary and index

How long is Encyclopedia of the Solar System?

Encyclopedia of the Solar System by Lucy-Ann McFadden is 987 pages long, and a total of 253,659 words.

This makes it 333% the length of the average book. It also has 310% more words than the average book.

How Long Does it Take to Read Encyclopedia of the Solar System Aloud?

The average oral reading speed is 183 words per minute. This means it takes 23 hours and 6 minutes to read Encyclopedia of the Solar System aloud.

What Reading Level is Encyclopedia of the Solar System?

Encyclopedia of the Solar System is suitable for students ages 12 and up.

Note that there may be other factors that effect this rating besides length that are not factored in on this page. This may include things like complex language or sensitive topics not suitable for students of certain ages.

When deciding what to show young students always use your best judgement and consult a professional.

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