Introduction to Comets

A graduate reference describing the science of comets in order of its discovery.

Autorentext
John C. Brandt is Adjunct Professor of Physics and Astronomy at the University of New Mexico.

Klappentext
Including the abundance of information known prior to the return of Halley's comet, as well as the new information discovered since then, the science of comets is described here by order of its discovery. From tail phenomena to coma morphology, to the most recent findings from space missions, this comprehensive text provides complete and up-to-date coverage of the subject. It will be suitable for advanced undergraduates and graduate students of astronomy and planetary science. First Edition Hb (2001): 0-521-23906-0 First Edition Pb (2002): 0-521-27218-1

Zusammenfassung
We have now reached an exciting time in cometary research. This book describes the science of comets in order of its discovery, from tail phenomena to coma morphology through to the most recent findings from space missions. Suitable for graduate and advanced undergraduate students of astronomy and planetary science.

Inhalt
Preface; 1. Comets in history; 2. Discovery and dynamics of comets; 3. Observing and measuring techniques; 4. Tails; 5. Coma and related phenomena; 6. Comets and the solar wind; 7. The nucleus; 8. Asteroids; 9. Origins of comets; 10. Comets and the solar system; 11. The future of cometary research; 12. Comet lore; References.

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