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Planets: A Very Short Introduction

Planets: A Very Short Introduction

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"Planets: A Very Short Introduction" by David A. Rothery is a astronomy book and space science reference focused on Deep Sky & Solar System. Best for students, researchers, and serious astronomy enthusiasts.

This Very Short Introduction discusses the nature of planets and gas giants, and their rings and moons. It also looks beyond Pluto, in the Kuiper Belt, at the knowledge we have about planets around other stars. With many striking photos to illustrate the details, it demonstrates the unique world of every planet.

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Best For: Readers interested in understanding planets within and beyond our solar system.
Focus: Nature of planets, gas giants, their rings and moons, and exoplanets in the Kuiper Belt.
Covers: Characteristics of planets, details of gas giants, planetary rings and moons, and planets orbiting other stars.
Why It Matters: Provides insight into the unique features of each planet and expands knowledge to include planets outside our solar system.

"Planets: A Very Short Introduction" by David A. Rothery is a astronomy book and space science reference focused on Deep Sky & Solar System. Best for students, researchers, and serious astronomy enthusiasts.

Topic: Deep Sky & Solar System

Author: David A. Rothery

Who this is for:

  • Astronomy students
  • Researchers and advanced hobbyists
  • Readers exploring space science topics

Why this book matters: It matters because it helps readers build a stronger understanding of astronomy concepts, observations, and scientific ideas related to space.

This Very Short Introduction discusses the nature of planets and gas giants, and their rings and moons. It also looks beyond Pluto, in the Kuiper Belt, at the knowledge we have about planets around other stars. With many striking photos to illustrate the details, it demonstrates the unique world of every planet.

AuthorDavid A. Rothery
PublisherOxford University Press
Published2010-11-25
ISBN-139780199573509
BindingPaperback
Pages158
LanguageEnglish
SubjectsScience
TopicDeep Sky & Solar System
SeriesVery Short Introductions

Format: Paperback

Length: 158 pages

Language: English

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