Introduction Index

Introductory Comments
A Sense of Scale
- Size. Answers ``How big is the Universe?'' using a scale model of solar system and galaxy.
- Time. Answers ``How long has the Universe been around?'' using a compressed ``cosmic calendar.''
- Review Questions
Science in General Brief description of the scientific process of understanding the universe.
- Scientific Models and Scientific Theories
- A Definition of Scientific Truth
Value of Astronomy in the Scientific Endeavor Extreme conditions of other places in the universe test our understanding of the fundamental laws of science.
Astrology The difference between astroNOMY and astrology.
- History of Astrology
- The Horoscope To predict your future or personality type, astrologers need to know your ``sign.''
- Testing Astrology Can astrology correctly predict your future or your personality type?
- Further Testing of Astrology
Review Questions