Meteorites: Petrologic-Chemical Syn: A Petrologic, Chemical

Meteorites: Petrologic-Chemical Syn: A Petrologic, Chemical and Isotopic Synthesis (Cambridge Planetary Science, Series Number 2)

Meteorite research is fundamental to our understanding of the origin and early history of the Solar System. This book considers the mechanism and timing of core formation and basaltic volcanism on asteroids, and the effects of heating water-rich bodies. Results from meteorite research are placed in a galactic setting, and a theory is proposed for the origin of the planets of our Solar System. This advanced yet succinct introduction classifies meteorites in the context of their ages and origin.
Country USA
Brand Cambridge University Press
Manufacturer Cambridge University Press
Binding Paperback
ItemPartNumber 130 b/w illus. 49 tables
ReleaseDate 2008-08-21
UnitCount 1
Format Illustrated
EANs 9780843960112

Meteorites: Petrologic-Chemical Syn: A Petrologic, Chemical and Isotopic Synthesis (Cambridge Planetary Science, Series Number 2)