Guide to the Universe: Asteroids, Comets, and Dwarf Planets by Andrew S. Rivkin
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Guide to the Universe: Asteroids, Comets, and Dwarf Planets by Andrew S. Rivkin. Author Andrew S. Rivkin. It defines a dwarf planet and explains why Pluto is one. It looks at how such small bodies form, what they are made of, and what kind of atmospheres might they have. Geared toward students, this guide provides an overview of the small bodies that orbit the sun. Guide to the Universe: Asteroids, Comets, and Dwarf Planets by Andrew S. Rivkin Estimated delivery 3-12 business days Format Hardcover Condition Brand New Description Geared toward students, this guide provides an overview of the small bodies that orbit the sun. Publisher Description Geared toward students, this guide provides an overview of the small bodies that orbit the sun.This volume in the Greenwood Guides to the Universe series covers asteroids, comets, and dwarf planets—those small bodies that revolve the Sun—and provides readers with the most up-to-date understanding of the current state of scientific knowledge about them. Scientifically sound, but written with the student in mind, Asteroids, Comets, and Dwarf Planets is an excellent first step for researching the exciting scientific discoveries of the smallest celestial bodies in the solar system.The book will introduce students to all of the areas of research surrounding the subject, answering many intriguing questions. It defines a dwarf planet and explains why Pluto is one. It looks at how such small bodies form, what they are made of, and what kind of atmospheres might they have. And it asks—and answers—whether asteroids, comets, and dwarf planets present a hazard to the Earth or to spacecraft. Details ISBN 0313344329 ISBN-13 9780313344329 Title Guide to the Universe: Asteroids, Comets, and Dwarf Planets Author Andrew S. Rivkin Format Hardcover Year 2009 Pages 232 Publisher Bloomsbury Publishing Plc GEItemID:23141156; About Us Grand Eagle Retail is the ideal place for all your shopping needs! With fast shipping, low prices, friendly service and over 1,000,000 in stock items - you're bound to find what you want, at a price you'll love! Shipping & Delivery Times Shipping is FREE to any address in USA. Please view eBay estimated delivery times at the top of the listing. Deliveries are made by either USPS or Courier. We are unable to deliver faster than stated. International deliveries will take 1-6 weeks. NOTE: We are unable to offer combined shipping for multiple items purchased. This is because our items are shipped from different locations. Returns If you wish to return an item, please consult our Returns Policy as below: Please contact Customer Services and request "Return Authorisation" before you send your item back to us. Unauthorised returns will not be accepted. Returns must be postmarked within 4 business days of authorisation and must be in resellable condition. Returns are shipped at the customer's risk. We cannot take responsibility for items which are lost or damaged in transit. For purchases where a shipping charge was paid, there will be no refund of the original shipping charge. Additional Questions If you have any questions please feel free to Contact Us. Categories Baby Books Electronics Fashion Games Health & Beauty Home, Garden & Pets Movies Music Sports & Outdoors Toys
