Researches On Meteorites

Author : P.M. Millman
Publisher : Springer Science & Business Media
Page : 939 pages
File Size : 46,8 Mb
Release : 2012-12-06
Category : Science
ISBN : 9789401034111

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Meteorite Research by P.M. Millman Pdf

The Symposium 'Meteorite Research' was conceived originally at the second meeting of the UNESCO Working Group on Meteorites, held in Paris October 18-20, 1965, under the chairmanship of Professor J. Orce!' In addition to the Chairman the fol lowing were present: Dr. G. Harbottle, Dr. M. H. Hey, Dr. B. H. Mason, Dr. P. M. Millman, Professor K. I. Sztr6kay. Dr. E. M. Fournier d'Albe represented the UNESCO Secretariat. Recommendation No.4 from the minutes of this meeting reads as follows: "The Working Group, in view ofthe need to strengthen international co-operation in meteorite research, asks that the International Atomic Energy Agency be requested to consider the possibility of organizing, in 1968, an interdisciplinary conference on meteorites, in collaboration with UNESCO and the appropriate international scientific organizations." After approval in principle of this recommendation had been secured from various international agencies and unions, plans for the symposium were consolidated at the third and final meeting of the Working Group, held in Paris October 12-14, 1966, the members in attendance being the same as for the second meeting.

Author : William A. Cassidy
Publisher : Cambridge University Press
Page : 374 pages
File Size : 49,7 Mb
Release : 2012-03-29
Category : Science
ISBN : 1139437038

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Meteorites, Ice, and Antarctica by William A. Cassidy Pdf

Bill Cassidy has led meteorite recovery expeditions in the Antarctic for many years. His searches have resulted in the collection of thousands of meteorite specimens from the ice. This fascinating story is a first-hand account of his field experiences on the US Antarctic Search for Meteorites Project, which he carried out as part of an international team of scientists. Cassidy describes this hugely successful field program in Antarctica and its influence on our understanding of the moon, Mars and the asteroid belt. In this 2003 book, he describes the hardships and dangers of fieldwork in a hostile environment, as well as the appreciation he developed for the beauty of the place. In the final chapters he speculates on the results of the trips and the future research they might lead to.

Author : Robert Hutchison
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 182 pages
File Size : 46,9 Mb
Release : 1983
Category : Science
ISBN : IND:30000103798009

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The Search for Our Beginning by Robert Hutchison Pdf

Author : Carleton B. Moore
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 248 pages
File Size : 54,8 Mb
Release : 1962
Category : Science
ISBN : UOM:39015078093914

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Researches on Meteorites by Carleton B. Moore Pdf

Author : Dante S. Lauretta,Harry Y. McSween
Publisher : University of Arizona Press
Page : 992 pages
File Size : 47,7 Mb
Release : 2006-07
Category : Science
ISBN : 0816525625

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Meteorites and the Early Solar System II by Dante S. Lauretta,Harry Y. McSween Pdf

They range in size from microscopic particles to masses of many tons. The geologic diversity of asteroids and other rocky bodies of the solar system are displayed in the enormous variety of textures and mineralogies observed in meteorites. The composition, chemistry, and mineralogy of primitive meteorites collectively provide evidence for a wide variety of chemical and physical processes. This book synthesizes our current understanding of the early solar system, summarizing information about processes that occurred before its formation. It will be valuable as a textbook for graduate education in planetary science and as a reference for meteoriticists and researchers in allied fields worldwide.

Author : Peter M. Millman
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 940 pages
File Size : 42,6 Mb
Release : 1969
Category : Meteorites
ISBN : OCLC:1014507409

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Meteorite research : proceedings of a Symposium on Meteorite Research held in Vienna, Austria, 7 - 13 August 1968 by Peter M. Millman Pdf

Author : Robert Hawkes,Ingrid Mann,Peter Brown
Publisher : Springer Science & Business Media
Page : 707 pages
File Size : 45,6 Mb
Release : 2006-08-18
Category : Science
ISBN : 9781402050756

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Modern Meteor Science by Robert Hawkes,Ingrid Mann,Peter Brown Pdf

This volume contains leading edge research and authoritative reviews in meteor science. It provides a comprehensive view of meteoroid research including the dynamics, sources and distribution of these bodies. Techniques for investigation of meteor phenomena in the book include conventional and large aperture radar systems, spacecraft detection, optical systems, spectral measurements, and laboratory based interplanetary dust particle studies.

Author : Galina O. Ryabova,David J. Asher,Margaret D. Campbell-Brown
Publisher : Cambridge University Press
Page : 321 pages
File Size : 48,9 Mb
Release : 2019-10-10
Category : Science
ISBN : 9781108426718

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Meteoroids by Galina O. Ryabova,David J. Asher,Margaret D. Campbell-Brown Pdf

The definitive guide to modern meteor science, destined to be the standard resource for advanced students and researchers.

Author : Neyda M. Abreu
Publisher : Elsevier
Page : 558 pages
File Size : 50,8 Mb
Release : 2018-07-27
Category : Science
ISBN : 9780128133262

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Primitive Meteorites and Asteroids by Neyda M. Abreu Pdf

Primitive Meteorites and Asteroids: Physical, Chemical, and Spectroscopic Observations Paving the Way to Exploration covers the physical, chemical and spectroscopic aspects of asteroids, providing important data and research on carbonaceous chondrites and primitive meteorites. This information is crucial to the success of missions to parent bodies, thus contributing to an understanding of the early solar system. The book offers an interdisciplinary perspective relevant to many fields of planetary science, as well as cosmochemistry, planetary astronomy, astrobiology, geology and space engineering. Including contributions from planetary and missions scientists worldwide, the book collects the fundamental knowledge and cutting-edge research on carbonaceous chondrites and their parent bodies into one accessible resource, thus contributing to the future of space exploration. Presents the most current data and information on the mission-relevant characteristics of primitive asteroids Addresses the physical, chemical and spectral characteristics of carbonaceous chondritic meteorites and the bearings on successful exploration of their parent asteroids Includes chapters on geotechnical properties and resource extraction

Author : Anonim
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 128 pages
File Size : 46,6 Mb
Release : 1902
Category : Meteorites
ISBN : LCCN:04010374

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... Meteorite Studies--I. by Anonim Pdf

Author : J. T. Wasson
Publisher : Springer Science & Business Media
Page : 424 pages
File Size : 48,8 Mb
Release : 2012-12-06
Category : Science
ISBN : 9783642658631

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Meteorites by J. T. Wasson Pdf

My goal in writing this book was to provide an introduction to meteorite science and a handbook on meteorite classification. Insofar as I succeeded it should prove useful both to the practicing professional and to university students at the upper-division and graduate levels. I originally intended the book to be nearly twice as long. The second half was to be a review of properties relating to the origin of each group of meteorites. Chapter XVIII is an example of how these later chapters would have looked, although most would not have been as interpretative. These chapters would have been useful chiefly to meteorite researchers looking for a quick summary of group properties; they were not written because of lack of time. Perhaps I will start to prepare this "second volume" in a year or so when my family and I have recovered from the preparation of the present volume. Although some parts of the classification portion are mildly icono clastic, I have attempted either to avoid the inclusion of speculative interpretations or to flag them with a caveat to the reader. I have relaxed these principles somewhat in Chapter XVIII to conserve space, but even there the discussion of alternative speculations should give the reader a feeling for the degree of uncertainty attached.

Author : Greg Brennecka
Publisher : HarperCollins
Page : 304 pages
File Size : 51,5 Mb
Release : 2022-02-01
Category : Science
ISBN : 9780063078949

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Impact by Greg Brennecka Pdf

A Short History of Nearly Everything meets Astrophysics for People in a Hurry in this humorous, accessible exploration of how meteorites have helped not only build our planet but steered the evolution of life and human culture. The Solar System. Dinosaurs. Donkey Kong. What is the missing link? Surprisingly enough, it's meteorites. They explain our past, constructed our present, and could define our future. Impact argues that Earth would be a lifeless, inhospitable piece of rock without being fortuitously assaulted with meteorites throughout the history of the planet. These bombardments transformed Earth’s early atmosphere and delivered the complex organic molecules that allowed life to develop on our planet. While meteorites have provided the raw materials for life to thrive, they have radically devastated life as well, most famously killing off the dinosaurs and paving the way for humans to evolve to where we are today. As noted meteoriticist Greg Brennecka explains, meteorites did not just set us on the path to becoming human, they helped direct the development of human culture. Meteorites have influenced humanity since the start of civilization. Over the centuries, meteorite falls and other cosmic cinema have started (and stopped) wars, terrified millions, and inspired religions throughout the world. With humor and an infectious enthusiasm, Brennecka reveals previously untold but important stories sure to delight and inform readers about the most important rocks on Earth.

Author : Oliver C. (Oliver Cummings) Farrington
Publisher : Hardpress Publishing
Page : 62 pages
File Size : 53,9 Mb
Release : 2013-12
Category : Electronic
ISBN : 1314978489

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Meteorite Studies by Oliver C. (Oliver Cummings) Farrington Pdf

Unlike some other reproductions of classic texts (1) We have not used OCR(Optical Character Recognition), as this leads to bad quality books with introduced typos. (2) In books where there are images such as portraits, maps, sketches etc We have endeavoured to keep the quality of these images, so they represent accurately the original artefact. Although occasionally there may be certain imperfections with these old texts, we feel they deserve to be made available for future generations to enjoy.

Author : Lincoln Lapaz,Jean Lapaz
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 188 pages
File Size : 47,7 Mb
Release : 2012-04-01
Category : Electronic
ISBN : 1258268671

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Space Nomads by Lincoln Lapaz,Jean Lapaz Pdf

Author : Alan E. Rubin,Alan Rubin,Chi Ma
Publisher : Cambridge University Press
Page : 419 pages
File Size : 41,9 Mb
Release : 2021-08-05
Category : Science
ISBN : 9781108484527

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Meteorite Mineralogy by Alan E. Rubin,Alan Rubin,Chi Ma Pdf

A comprehensive summary of the mineralogy of all meteorite groups and the origin of their minerals.