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How did Mercury get such an enormous iron core? Why is its tectonic framework so different from any other planet or satellite? What is its crystal composition? Why is the crust so depleted in iron when the interior is so rich in that element? What…

his book chronicles the history of climate science and planetary exploration, focusing on our ever-expanding knowledge of Earth's climate, and the parallel research underway on some of our nearest neighbours: Mars, Venus and Titan. From early…

Exploring Planetary Worlds incorporates the findings from recent space investigations into a fascinating portraval ofthe planets and associated planetary satellites, rings, asteroids, and comets. Written bv worldrenowned planetary scientist David…

Informative, profusely illustrated guide to locating and identifying craters, rills, seas, mountains, other lunar features. Newly revised and updated with special section of new photos. Over 100 photos and diagrams. "Extraordinary delight awaits the…

This book describes bow the owner of binoculars can use them for astronomical observation. A full description of the 'binocular sky' is given, with details of all the most interesting objects. On a clear dark night, with a myriad stars shining down,…

An updated volume, incorporating results from NASA's Voyager 2 and Hubble projects, teaches the elements of astronomy--from drawing star trails to examining sunspots--through the perspective of art, history, philosophy, and the other humanities.…