Introduction To Earth And Planetary System Science

Author : Naotatsu Shikazono
Publisher : Springer Science & Business Media
Page : 187 pages
File Size : 44,6 Mb
Release : 2012-03-22
Category : Science
ISBN : 9784431540571

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Introduction to Earth and Planetary System Science by Naotatsu Shikazono Pdf

This book presents basic information on material science (geochemistry, geophysics, geology, mineralogy, etc.), interaction between subsystem consisting earth system (atmosphere, hydrosphere, litho (geo) sphere, biosphere, humans) and in earth-planet system and evolution of earth-planetary system. The nature-humans interactions are described and new view on earth, planets and humans (integration of anthropocentrism and naturecentrism) are presented.

Author : Gunter Faure,Teresa M. Mensing
Publisher : Springer Science & Business Media
Page : 526 pages
File Size : 47,5 Mb
Release : 2007-05-04
Category : Science
ISBN : 9781402055447

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Introduction to Planetary Science by Gunter Faure,Teresa M. Mensing Pdf

This textbook details basic principles of planetary science that help to unify the study of the solar system. It is organized in a hierarchical manner so that every chapter builds upon preceding ones. Starting with historical perspectives on space exploration and the development of the scientific method, the book leads the reader through the solar system. Coverage explains that the origin and subsequent evolution of planets and their satellites can be explained by applications of certain basic principles of physics, chemistry, and celestial mechanics and that surface features of the solid bodies can be interpreted by principles of geology.

Author : Naotatsu Shikazono
Publisher : Springer Science & Business Media
Page : 177 pages
File Size : 43,9 Mb
Release : 2012-03-12
Category : Science
ISBN : 9784431540588

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Introduction to Earth and Planetary System Science by Naotatsu Shikazono Pdf

This book presents basic information on material science (geochemistry, geophysics, geology, mineralogy, etc.), interaction between subsystem consisting earth system (atmosphere, hydrosphere, litho (geo) sphere, biosphere, humans) and in earth-planet system and evolution of earth-planetary system. The nature-humans interactions are described and new view on earth, planets and humans (integration of anthropocentrism and naturecentrism) are presented.

Author : Brian J. Skinner,Barbara W. Murck
Publisher : Wiley Global Education
Page : 656 pages
File Size : 50,6 Mb
Release : 2010-12-13
Category : Science
ISBN : 9781118139721

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The Blue Planet: An Introduction to Earth System Science, 3rd Edition by Brian J. Skinner,Barbara W. Murck Pdf

The Blue Planet: An Introduction to Earth System Sciences, 3rd Edition is an innovative text for the earth systems science course. It treats earth science from a systems perspective, now showing the five spheres and how they are interrelated. There are many photos and figures in the text to develop a strong understanding of the material presented. This along with the new media for instructors makes this a strong text for any earth systems science course.

Author : Timothy Lenton
Publisher : Oxford University Press
Page : 169 pages
File Size : 52,7 Mb
Release : 2016
Category : Earth sciences
ISBN : 9780198718871

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Earth System Science by Timothy Lenton Pdf

The concept of the Earth's atmosphere, biosphere, oceans, soil, and rocks operating as a closely interacting system has rapidly gained ground in science. This new field, involving geographers, geologists, biologists, oceanographers, and atmospheric physicists, is known as Earth system science. This introductory text considers how a world in which humans could evolve was created; how, as a species, we are now reshaping that world; and what a sustainable future for humanity within the Earth system might look like. Drawing on elements of geology, biology, chemistry, physics, and mathematics, it also asks whether Earth system science can help guide us onto a sustainable course before we alter the Earth system to the point where we destroy ourselves and our current civilisation.

Author : Stephen Eales
Publisher : John Wiley & Sons
Page : 204 pages
File Size : 44,8 Mb
Release : 2009-08-03
Category : Science
ISBN : 9780470016923

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Planets and Planetary Systems by Stephen Eales Pdf

Planetary Science is an exciting, fast-moving, interdisciplinary field with courses taught in a wide range of departments, including astronomy, physics, chemistry, earth sciences and biology. Planets and Planetary Systems is a well-written, concise introductory textbook on the science of planets within our own and other solar systems. Keeping mathematics to a minimum, assuming only a rudimentary knowledge of calculus, the book begins with a description of the basic properties of the planets in our solar systems, and then moves on to compare them with what is known about planets in other solar systems. It continues by looking at the surfaces, interiors and atmospheres of the planets and then covers the dynamics and origin of planetary systems. The book closes with a look at the role of life in planetary systems. · An accessible, concise introduction to planets and planetary systems · Uses insights from all the disciplines underlying planetary science · Incorporates results from recent planetary space missions, such as Cassini to Saturn and a number of missions to Mars · Well illustrated throughout, including a colour plate section Planets and Planetary Systems is invaluable to students taking courses in planetary science across a wide range of disciplines and of interest to researchers and many keen amateur astronomers, needing an up-to-date introduction to this exciting subject.

Author : Edward F. Albin, Ph.D.
Publisher : Crown
Page : 225 pages
File Size : 41,7 Mb
Release : 2010-04-28
Category : Science
ISBN : 9780307433374

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Earth Science Made Simple by Edward F. Albin, Ph.D. Pdf

We see it every day, yet we understand so little about Earth. From minerals to meteorites, this book covers every aspect of the science of our world. It breaks this complex discipline into four major sections: geology, oceanography, meteorology, and planetary science, and it gives an overview of the processes of each. Complete with interactive experiments and a glossary, this book makes the study of our planet—and other planets— easier than ever.

Author : Ronald Greeley
Publisher : Cambridge University Press
Page : 253 pages
File Size : 54,9 Mb
Release : 2013-02-21
Category : Science
ISBN : 9780521867115

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Introduction to Planetary Geomorphology by Ronald Greeley Pdf

Featuring hundreds of images, this textbook explores the geological evolution of planets and moons for undergraduate students in planetary science.

Author : Kent C. Condie
Publisher : Academic Press
Page : 593 pages
File Size : 40,8 Mb
Release : 2011-08-11
Category : Science
ISBN : 9780123852274

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Earth as an Evolving Planetary System by Kent C. Condie Pdf

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Author : David A. Rothery
Publisher : Oxford University Press
Page : 158 pages
File Size : 54,8 Mb
Release : 2010-11-25
Category : Science
ISBN : 9780199573509

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Planets: A Very Short Introduction by David A. Rothery Pdf

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.

Author : Colette Salyk,Kevin Lewis
Publisher : Programme: Aas-Iop Astronomy
Page : 200 pages
File Size : 41,9 Mb
Release : 2020
Category : Science
ISBN : 0750322101

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Introductory Notes on Planetary Science by Colette Salyk,Kevin Lewis Pdf

Planets come in many different sizes, and with many different compositions, orbiting our Sun and countless other stars. Understanding their properties and interactions requires an understanding of a diverse set of sub-fields, including orbital and atmospheric dynamics, geology, geophysics, and chemistry. This textbook provides a physics-based tour of introductory planetary science concepts for undergraduate students majoring in astronomy, planetary science, or related fields. It shows how principles and equations learned in introductory physics classes can be applied to study many aspects of planets, including dynamics, surfaces, interiors, and atmospheres. It also includes chapters on the discovery and characterization of extrasolar planets, and the physics of planet formation. Key Features Covers a wide range of planetary science topics at an introductory level Coherently links the fields of solar system science, exoplanetary science, and planet formation Each chapter includes homework questions Includes python templates for reproducing and customizing the figures in the book

Author : NASA Advisory Council. Earth System Sciences Committee
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 52 pages
File Size : 55,7 Mb
Release : 1986
Category : Astronautics in earth sciences
ISBN : UIUC:30112104410706

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Earth System Science Overview by NASA Advisory Council. Earth System Sciences Committee Pdf

Author : Imke de Pater,Jack J. Lissauer
Publisher : Cambridge University Press
Page : 665 pages
File Size : 48,8 Mb
Release : 2015-01-29
Category : Science
ISBN : 9781107091610

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Planetary Sciences by Imke de Pater,Jack J. Lissauer Pdf

This updated second edition takes in the latest measurements. An authoritative introduction for graduate students in the physical sciences.

Author : Neil McBride,Iain Gilmour
Publisher : Cambridge University Press
Page : 432 pages
File Size : 40,7 Mb
Release : 2004-02-26
Category : Science
ISBN : 0521546206

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An Introduction to the Solar System by Neil McBride,Iain Gilmour Pdf

Compiled by a team of experts, this textbook has been designed for introductory university courses in planetary science. It starts with a tour of the Solar System and an overview of its formation. The composition, internal structure, surface morphology and atmospheres of the terrestrial planets are then described. This leads naturally to a discussion of the giant planets and why they are compositionally different. Minor bodies are reviewed and the book concludes with a discussion of the origin of the Solar System and the evidence from meteorites. Written in an accessible style that avoids complex mathematics, and illustrated in colour throughout, this book is suitable for self-study and will appeal to amateur enthusiasts as well as undergraduate students. It contains numerous helpful learning features such as boxed summaries, student exercises with full solutions, and a glossary of terms. The book is also supported by a website hosting further teaching materials.

Author : Angelo Pio Rossi,Stephan van Gasselt
Publisher : Springer
Page : 433 pages
File Size : 43,9 Mb
Release : 2017-11-28
Category : Science
ISBN : 9783319651798

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Planetary Geology by Angelo Pio Rossi,Stephan van Gasselt Pdf

This book provides an up-to-date interdisciplinary geoscience-focused overview of solid solar system bodies and their evolution, based on the comparative description of processes acting on them. Planetary research today is a strongly multidisciplinary endeavor with efforts coming from engineering and natural sciences. Key focal areas of study are the solid surfaces found in our Solar System. Some have a direct interaction with the interplanetary medium and others have dynamic atmospheres. In any of those cases, the geological records of those surfaces (and sub-surfaces) are key to understanding the Solar System as a whole: its evolution and the planetary perspective of our own planet. This book has a modular structure and is divided into 4 sections comprising 15 chapters in total. Each section builds upon the previous one but is also self-standing. The sections are: Methods and tools Processes and Sources Integration and Geological Syntheses Frontiers The latter covers the far-reaching broad topics of exobiology, early life, extreme environments and planetary resources, all areas where major advancements are expected in the forthcoming decades and both key to human exploration of the Solar System. The target readership includes advanced undergraduate students in geoscience-related topics with no specific planetary science knowledge; undergraduates in other natural science domains (e.g. physics, astronomy, biology or chemistry); graduates in engineering and space systems design who want to complement their knowledge in planetary science. The authors’ backgrounds span a broad range of topics and disciplines: rooted in Earth geoscience, their expertise covers remote sensing and cartography, field mapping, impact cratering, volcanology and tectonics, sedimentology and stratigraphy exobiology and life in extreme environments, planetary resources and mining. Several generations of planetary scientists are cooperating to provide a modern view on a discipline developed from Earth during and through Space exploration.