Solar System Astrophysics Background Science and the Inner Solar System
Solar System Astrophysics: A Text for the Science of Planetary Systems covers the field of solar system astrophysics beginning with basic tools of spherical astronomy, coordinate frames, and celestial mechanics. Historical introductions precede the development and discussion in most chapters. After...
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| Format: | eBook |
| Language: | English |
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New York, NY
Springer New York
2008, 2008
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| Edition: | 1st ed. 2008 |
| Series: | Astronomy and Astrophysics Library
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| Collection: | Springer eBooks 2005- - Collection details see MPG.ReNa |
Table of Contents:
- Perceptions of the Solar System in History
- Basic Tools and Concepts
- Celestial Mechanics
- The Core of the Solar System: The Sun
- General Properties of the Terrestrial Planets
- Planetary Heat Flow and Temperatures
- Rocks and Minerals
- The Moon’s Surface, Structure, and Evolution
- Surface Science of the Terrestrial Planets