Exoplanetary Atmospheres: Theoretical Concepts and Foundations

by Kevin Heng

Book Overview

An essential introduction to the theory of exoplanetary atmospheres

The study of exoplanetary atmospheres--that is, of planets orbiting stars beyond our solar system--may be our best hope for discovering life elsewhere in the universe. This dynamic, interdisciplinary field requires practitioners to apply knowledge from atmospheric and climate science, astronomy and astrophysics, chemistry, geology and geophysics, planetary science,...

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0691166986
• ISBN13: 9780691166988
• Release Date: January 2017
• Publisher: Princeton University Press
• Length: 296 Pages
• Weight: 1.15 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.9" x 6.1" x 9.2"