Bibring, Jean-Pierre

The Solar System

by Encrenaz, Thérèse, Bibring, Jean-Pierre

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Since the first edition of this book appeared in 1990, planetology has seen a number of fascinating discoveries that have increased our knowledge of the Solar System. These have come from both ground- and space-based observa tional programmes. Although some space probe missions …

The Solar System

by Encrenaz, Thérèse, Bibring, Jean-Pierre, Blanc, Michel, Barucci, Maria Antonietta, Roques, Francoise, Zarka, Philippe

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This text treats our knowledge of the solar system from an astrophysical point of view. Part 1 deals with the formation of the solar system and its interaction with the interplanetary medium. Part 2 presents its various objects: planets and satellites, asteroids, comets, trans-n…