Introduction to Planetary Science: The Geological Perspective

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

Book Overview

This textbook details 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. Coverage explains that the origin and subsequent evolution of planets and their satellites...

• 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"