This topic describes the low-probability but high-consequence hazard posed to Earth by asteroids and comets. The book introduces the astronomy of Solar System bodies and describes the evidence for past impacts on Earth, both small impacts such as Barringer Crater that formed 50,000 years ago and extremely rare events such as the end-Cretaceous impacts at Chicxulub. The book also examines the consequences of a major impact on present-day Earth and the progress towards detecting the potentially threatening bodies that orbit close to the Earth.
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Vendeur : WorldofBooks, Goring-By-Sea, WS, Royaume-Uni
Paperback. Etat : Very Good. The book has been read, but is in excellent condition. Pages are intact and not marred by notes or highlighting. The spine remains undamaged. N° de réf. du vendeur GOR002838521
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Vendeur : WeBuyBooks, Rossendale, LANCS, Royaume-Uni
Etat : Good. Most items will be dispatched the same or the next working day. A copy that has been read but remains in clean condition. All of the pages are intact and the cover is intact and the spine may show signs of wear. The book may have minor markings which are not specifically mentioned. N° de réf. du vendeur rev1247985769
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