Donald Brownlee, Peter Ward
The Life and Death of Planet Earth: How the New Science of Astrobiology Charts the Ultimate Fate of Our World
- ISBN 13:
- 9780805075120
- author:
- Donald Brownlee, Peter Ward
- format:
- Paperback
- publisher:
- Henry Holt & Company INC International Concepts
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2004
- Pages:
- 256
- Genre:
- Geology Textbook
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 7 working days
Description
The Life and Death of Planet Earth: How the New Science of Astrobiology Charts the Ultimate Fate of Our World The story of our planet's life cycle is a complex one, spanning billions of years. Until recently, scientists have pieced together the evolution of our world, but only now have we developed the understanding and tools to describe the entire life cycle. This book brings together groundbreaking research in astrobiology, combining the knowledge of how our planet's critical systems evolve with the understanding of how stars and solar systems grow and change. By merging these two areas of expertise, the authors provide a comprehensive portrait of Earth's life cycle, allowing us to understand how the planet sustains itself today and offering a glimpse of our place in the cosmic order. This masterful blend of science and writing provides a fascinating insight into the ultimate fate of our world.
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