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The origin of chondrules and chondrites / Derek W.G. Sears.

By: Material type: TextTextSeries: Cambridge planetary science series ; new ser., 3.Publisher: Cambridge : Cambridge University Press, 2004Description: 1 online resource (xii, 209 pages) : digital, PDF file(s)Content type:
  • text
Media type:
  • computer
Carrier type:
  • online resource
ISBN:
  • 9780511536137 (ebook)
Other title:
  • The Origin of Chondrules & Chondrites
Subject(s): Additional physical formats: Print version: : No titleDDC classification:
  • 523.5/1 22
LOC classification:
  • QB758.5.C46 S43 2004
Online resources:
Contents:
Historical introduction -- Potential meteorite parent bodies -- Chondrites and their main properties -- Chondrules and their main properties -- Theories for the origin of chondrules -- Discussion of theories for the origin of chondrules -- Discussion of theories for metal-silicate fractionation -- So how far have we come and where do we go next?
Summary: Chondrites are the largest group of meteorites. They can provide unique insights into the origins and early evolution of our Solar System, and even into the relationships between our Solar System and other stars in the vicinity of our Sun. The largest structural components of most chondrites are the glass-bearing chondrules, and there are numerous theories for their origin. This clear and systematic text summarizes the ideas surrounding the origin and history of chondrules and chondrites, drawing on research from the various scientific disciplines involved. With citations to a large number of published papers on the topic, it forms a comprehensive bibliography of the key research areas, and extensive illustrations provide a clear visual representation of the scientific theories. This text will be a valuable reference for graduate students and researchers in planetary science, geology, and astronomy.
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Historical introduction -- Potential meteorite parent bodies -- Chondrites and their main properties -- Chondrules and their main properties -- Theories for the origin of chondrules -- Discussion of theories for the origin of chondrules -- Discussion of theories for metal-silicate fractionation -- So how far have we come and where do we go next?

Chondrites are the largest group of meteorites. They can provide unique insights into the origins and early evolution of our Solar System, and even into the relationships between our Solar System and other stars in the vicinity of our Sun. The largest structural components of most chondrites are the glass-bearing chondrules, and there are numerous theories for their origin. This clear and systematic text summarizes the ideas surrounding the origin and history of chondrules and chondrites, drawing on research from the various scientific disciplines involved. With citations to a large number of published papers on the topic, it forms a comprehensive bibliography of the key research areas, and extensive illustrations provide a clear visual representation of the scientific theories. This text will be a valuable reference for graduate students and researchers in planetary science, geology, and astronomy.

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