Water Worlds in the Solar System

Water Worlds in the Solar System: In Search of Habitable Environments and Life is a comprehensive reference on the formation, availability, habitability potential, and astrobiological implications of water in the Solar System. It covers processes involved in the formation of Earth and its Moon, genesis of water on those bodies, events on early Earth, and other processes that are applicable to celestial bodies.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 844 pages
Publication date: 05 December 2022
Publisher: Elsevier - Health Sciences Division

Water Worlds in the Solar System: In Search of Habitable Environments and Life is a comprehensive and in-depth exploration of the formation, distribution, potential habitability, and astrobiological implications of water within the Solar System. This invaluable resource offers a profound understanding of the crucial role of water on Earth, shedding light on the potential existence of water and biosignatures on other celestial bodies. The book delves into the intricate processes that shaped the Earth and its Moon, as well as the genesis of water on these celestial bodies. It also encompasses significant events that occurred on early Earth and other processes that hold relevance for celestial bodies in the Solar System. By directly correlating data available on water on other bodies with over 15 Earth analogue sites, the book provides a comprehensive overview of water in the Solar System, encompassing its formation, distribution, biosignature potential, and considerations for habitability. This book is an essential resource for academics, researchers, and students engaged in the field of planetary science, extraterrestrial water research, and the exploration of habitability potential in the universe.

Weight: 450g
Dimension: 276 x 216 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9780323957175