Investigating the Origin of the Asteroids and Early Findings on Vesta

Historical Studies in Asteroid Research

Autori

• Clifford J Cunningham

Parametri

• 399 pagine
• 14 ore di lettura

• Filosofia
• Natura
• Natura, animali
• Spazio e astronomia
• Teoria e storia della scienza

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This book explores the origins of asteroids, focusing on the discovery of Vesta in 1807 by Wilhelm Olbers, who theorized they resulted from a primordial planet's explosion. Cunningham examines historical writings, the connection between meteorites and asteroids, and the controversies surrounding Vesta, offering a comprehensive study of asteroid origins.

Lingua: Inglese

Pubblicato: 2018

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