Pierrehumbert, Raymond T.
Planetary Systems: A Very Short Introduction (Very Short Introductions)
- ISBN 13:
- 9780198841128
- author:
- Pierrehumbert, Raymond T.
- format:
- Paperback / softback
- publisher:
- Oxford University Press
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2022
- Pages:
- 160
- Dimensions:
- 17.5 x 11.4 x 0.8 centimetres (0
- Genre:
- Science, Astronomy & Space, ,
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 4 working days
Description
Planetary Systems: A Very Short Introduction by Raymond T. Pierrehumbert explores the vast expanse of our universe, from the moment galaxies form after the Big Bang to trillions of years in the future when the Universe will be a dilute soup of dim galaxies populated mostly by red dwarf stars. This book delves into the latest research on planetary systems, incorporating insights gained from new telescopes that catch these systems at their birth. It explains how elements are forged in dying stars and make their way into rocky planets, as well as the factors that determine the climates of newly discovered planets orbiting other stars. By examining the life cycles of planetary systems, Pierrehumbert sheds light on what determines how long they can live and what happens in their end-times. With its expert analysis and enthusiasm, this book is a valuable resource for anyone looking to understand our place within the universe.
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