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Saturn from Cassini-Huygens

By Michele K. Dougherty , Larry W. Esposito (auth.) , Larry W. Esposito , Stamatios M. Krimigis (eds.)

Book information

Publisher
Springer Netherlands
Year
2009
ISBN
1402092164, 9781402092169
DOI
10.1007/978-1-4020-9217-6
Open Library ID
OL25114825M
Language
english
Format
PDF
Filesize
45 MB (46974401 bytes)
Edition
1
Pages
805\799
Time added
2011-01-26 19:25:26
Astrophysics and CosmologyExtraterrestrial PhysicsSpace Sciences; Planetology; Astronomy

Description

This book reviews our current knowledge of Saturn featuring the latest results obtained by the Cassini-Huygens mission. A global author team addresses the planet’s origin and evolution, internal structure, composition and chemistry, the atmosphere and ionosphere, the magnetosphere, as well as its ring system. Furthermore, Saturn's icy satellites are discussed. The book closes with an outlook beyond the Cassini-Huygens mission. Colorfully illustrated, this book will serve as a reference to researchers as well as an introduction for students.

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