Introduction to Planetary Science: The Geological Perspective

by Teresa M. Mensing, Gunter Faure, Teresa M Mensing

Book Overview

This textbook emphasizes key basic principles of planetary science

that help to unify the study of the solar system. It is organized in a hierarchical manner so that every chapter builds upon preceding ones.

Starting with historical perspectives on space exploration and the development of the scientific method, the book leads the reader through the solar system. The presentations concerning the planets and their satellites emphasize...

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 9402404643
• ISBN13: 9789402404647
• Release Date: August 2016
• Publisher: Springer
• Length: 526 Pages
• Weight: 2.07 lbs.
• Dimensions: 1.1" x 7.0" x 10.0"