Meteorites: A Journey Through Space and Time

The authors trace the formation and breakup of the planets, asteroids, and comets where meteorites originated, their long journey through space, their fall to Earth, their recovery, and what scientists are learning from them. The book contains a great deal of material about the "84001 Martian meteorite," which has raised provocative new questions about life on the red planet. Looking forward, the authors chart the exciting new era of planetary, asteroidal, and cometary exploration planned for this century.

Binding Type: Hardcover
Publisher: Smithsonian Books
Published: 04/17/2002
ISBN: 9781588340214
Pages: 256
Weight: 2.69lbs
Size: 11.20h x 9.40w x 0.77d

Review Citations: Booklist 05/01/2002 pg. 1493
Univ PR Books for Public Libry 01/01/2003 pg. 47 - Outstanding