Explorations Introduction to Astronomy 9Th Edition By Thomas – Test Bank

Tom Arny holds the position of Emeritus professor within the Astronomy Department at the University of Massachusetts in Amherst. He was previously associated with the Five College Astronomy Program (comprising faculty from U-Mass, Amhurst, Hampshire, Mt. Holyoke, and Smith Colleges). Dr. Arny completed his undergraduate studies at Haverford College and earned a Ph.D. in astronomy from the University of Arizona. Apart from his astronomical interests, he has nurtured a longstanding fascination with the natural world: meteorology (particularly atmospheric phenomena like rainbows), avian species, wild flora, and butterflies. Explore Dr. Arny’s website at: http://www.astro.umass.edu/~arny/astro100.html

Steve Schneider developed an interest in astronomy at an amateur level during his childhood. He pursued astronomy as an undergraduate at Harvard University and acquired his Ph.D. from Cornell University. His doctoral research received the prestigious Trumpler Award from the Astronomical Society of the Pacific, and he was recognized as a Presidential Young Investigator. In addition to his role in teaching introductory astronomy, he collaborates closely with science educators, conducting workshops and specialized courses. He also possesses a zest for drawing and painting.