Asteroids, Comets, and Dwarf Planets
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- Synopsis
- A working astronomer, Rivkin looks at the smallest bodies in the solar system, providing readers with the most current information about asteroids, comets, and dwarf planets (including Pluto). Written with students in mind, the book describes how such small bodies form, what they are made of, and what kind of atmospheres they might have. It also discusses whether any of these bodies--especially asteroids--present a danger to spacecraft or to the earth. Featuring many illustrations and an extensive glossary of astronomical terms, this lively book will interest almost anyone who wants to know more about the solar system. Annotation c2009 Book News, Inc., Portland, OR (booknews.com)
- Copyright:
- 2009
Book Details
- Book Quality:
- Excellent
- Book Size:
- 207 Pages
- ISBN-13:
- 9780313344329
- Publisher:
- Greenwood Publishing Group, Incorporated
- Date of Addition:
- 03/08/10
- Copyrighted By:
- Andrew S. Rivkin
- Adult content:
- No
- Language:
- English
- Has Image Descriptions:
- No
- Categories:
- Nonfiction, Science
- Submitted By:
- Worth Trust
- Proofread By:
- Worth Trust
- Usage Restrictions:
- This is a copyrighted book.