Comets

Characteristics, Composition & Orbits

By: Peter G Melark (Editor)

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Hardcover | 12 January 2012

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In this book, the authors gather research from across the globe in the study of the characteristics, composition and orbits of comets. Topics discussed include the role of collisions and magneto-electrochemistry in the planetary origins of comets; 19th century cometary observations; icy particles of cometary atmosphere; cavities as a source of outbursts from comets; infrared observations of comets; and, the role of comets as contributors to the early evolution of Earth.

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Preface
Planetary Origin of Comets: Role of Collisions & Magneto-Electrochemistry
Comets & the Origin of Life: Pioneer of Organics for Chemical Evolution
Cavities as a Source of Outbursts from Comets
Icy Particles of Cometary Atmosphere
Potential of Application of Color Infrared Films for Near Infrared Observations of Comets
Processing 19th Century Cometary Observations
Index
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