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What are meteorites? Where do they come from? Are they a threat? What are they made of? How common are they? As centuries have passed, our knowledge of these extraterrestrial objects has advanced immensely, and today, the scientific study of meteorites provides a wealth of information about the solar system. Meteorites reveal clues to some of the greatest scientific enigmas:the origin of life on Earth the mass extinction of species the nature and composition of asteroids the conditions during the formation of the solar system the dust from stars that died long before our Sun formed.Written by a team of experts, Meteorites is an accessible, comprehensive guide that features over two hundred fullcolor photographs, diagrams and graphs. Look no further for a wonderful introduction to these powerful, yet mystifying, objects. Brigitte Zanda is Associate Professor at the Mineralogy Laboratory of the Musum National d'Histoire Naturelle in Paris, and Adjunct Member of the Graduate Faculty at Rutgers University. Following on from her PhD in Geochemistry, she has written many papers in Meteoritics and Planetary Science and other journals, and is a member of the Nomenclature Committee of the Meteoritical Society. Monica Rotaru is Department Chief of Earth Sciences at the Palais de la dcouverte in Paris, where she organizes scientific exhibitions. After her PhD in geochemistry, she has conducted research in climatology and written television science documentaries.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: What is the main focus of the book 'Meteorites: Their Impact on Science and History'? A: The book focuses on the study of meteorites, exploring their origins, composition, and significance in understanding the solar system and various scientific enigmas.
- Q: Who are the authors of this book? A: The book is written by Brigitte Zanda, an expert in geochemistry and a member of the Meteoritical Society, and Monica Rotaru, a Department Chief of Earth Sciences.
- Q: How many pages does 'Meteorites: Their Impact on Science and History' have? A: The book contains 130 pages.
- Q: What type of photographs and illustrations are included in the book? A: The book features over two hundred full-color photographs, diagrams, and graphs that enhance the understanding of meteorites.
- Q: Is this book suitable for beginners in meteorite studies? A: Yes, the book is designed as an accessible and comprehensive guide, making it suitable for both beginners and those with more advanced knowledge.
- Q: What is the binding type of this book? A: The book is available in paperback binding.
- Q: When was 'Meteorites: Their Impact on Science and History' published? A: The book was published on August 13, 2001.
- Q: In what condition is the book offered? A: The book is listed as 'Used Book in Good Condition', indicating it has been previously owned but remains in satisfactory shape.
- Q: What category does this book fall under? A: The book is categorized under 'Foreign Language Study & Reference'.
- Q: What key topics are discussed in the book regarding meteorites? A: Key topics include the origin of life on Earth, mass extinction events, asteroid composition, and the conditions during the formation of the solar system.