The Sun, the Earth, and Near-Earth Space A Guide to the Sun-Earth System |
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| Author:
| Eddy, John A. |
| Compiled by:
| National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA) Staff, |
| ISBN: | 978-0-16-083808-8 |
| Publication Date: | Nov 2009 |
| Publisher: | United States Government Printing Office
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| Imprint: | U. S. National Aeronautics & Space Administration |
| Book Format: | Hardback |
| List Price: | USD $66.00 |
Book Description:
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This colorful book provides concise explanations and descriptions--easily read and readily understood--of what is now known of the chain of events and processes that connect the Sun to the Earth, with special emphasis on space weather and sun-climate. Meant as a non-technical introduction for those with an interest in knowing more about the totally different and highly hazardous environment that lies just outside near-Earth space. Aimed at educators,...
More Description This colorful book provides concise explanations and descriptions--easily read and readily understood--of what is now known of the chain of events and processes that connect the Sun to the Earth, with special emphasis on space weather and sun-climate.
Meant as a non-technical introduction for those with an interest in knowing more about the totally different and highly hazardous environment that lies just outside near-Earth space. Aimed at educators, students engineers managers, and administrators with responsibilities in activities related to exploration and utilization of near-Earth space.