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Saturn in the 21st Century

Cambridge Planetary Science

Kevin H. Baines F. Michael Flasar Norbert Krupp Tom Stallard

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English
Cambridge University Press
06 December 2018
The Cassini Orbiter mission, launched in 1997, has provided state-of-the-art information into the origins and workings of Saturn. Drawing from new discoveries and scientific insight from the mission, this book provides a detailed overview of the planet as revealed by Cassini. Chapters by eminent planetary scientists and researchers from across the world comprehensively review the current state of knowledge regarding Saturn's formation, interior, atmosphere, ionosphere, thermosphere and magnetosphere. Specialised chapters discuss the planet's seasonal variability; the circulation of strong zonal winds; the constantly changing polar aurorae; and the Great Storm of 2010–2011, the most powerful convective storm ever witnessed by humankind. Documenting the latest research on the planet, from its formation to how it operates today, this is an essential reference for graduate students, researchers and planetary scientists.

Edited by:   , , ,
Imprint:   Cambridge University Press
Country of Publication:   United Kingdom
Volume:   20
Dimensions:   Height: 286mm,  Width: 221mm,  Spine: 25mm
Weight:   1.590kg
ISBN:   9781107106772
ISBN 10:   110710677X
Series:   Cambridge Planetary Science
Pages:   485
Publication Date:  
Audience:   College/higher education ,  Professional and scholarly ,  Further / Higher Education ,  Undergraduate
Format:   Hardback
Publisher's Status:   Active

Reviews for Saturn in the 21st Century: Cambridge Planetary Science

'This volume summarizes what has been gleaned from the gigantic trove of data collected by that mission; each of the 14 chapters was written by a group of experts chosen by the editors. … until another mission visits the planet, this will be the definitive reference book on Saturn for graduate students and planetary scientists.' T. D. Oswalt, Choice


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