9781333358068 - An Introduction to the Study of Meteorites (Classic Reprint): With a List of the Meteorites Represented in the Collection de Fletcher, Lazarus (3 resultados)

PAP. Condición: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

PAP. Condición: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

Paperback. Condición: New. Print on Demand. This book provides an in-depth exploration of meteorites, their composition, and the insights they've provided into the origins of the solar system and even life on Earth. The author, an accomplished scientist themselves, analyses the chemical and physical properties of meteorites, including various minerals, alloys, and gases found within them. Through this analysis, they trace the formation and evolution of meteorites, revealing their connection to comets and asteroids. The author also delves into the significance of meteorites as celestial messengers, containing clues about the formation of the solar system and the potential for life beyond Earth. This book's comprehensive examination of meteorites offers a fascinating read for anyone interested in astronomy, geology, or the origins of life, offering a deeper understanding of our place in the cosmos. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item.