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The Compact NASA Atlas of the Solar System

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The exploration of our solar system by spacecraft has been one of the greatest scientific achievements of the twentieth century.

The mapping of other worlds has resulted from numerous space missions by NASA, extending over many years.

The data from these planetary missions have been synthesised by the US Geological Survey to produce detailed maps.

Every planet, moon, or small body investigated in NASA missions is discussed and where appropriate mapped.

Geological maps, reference maps, shaded relief maps, synthetic aperture radar mosaics and colour photomosaics marvellously present the features of planets and their satellites.

This is truly a 'road map' of our solar system. All maps are fully indexed. The gazetteer lists the names of all features officially approved by the International Astronomical Union.

The Compact NASA Atlas of the Solar System is the definitive reference atlas for planetary science.

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Cambridge University Press
052180633X / 9780521806336
Hardback
29/11/2001
United Kingdom
English
408 pages : illustrations (black and white, and colour)
34 cm
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