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Exoplanet Hunt

Yves Earhart

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Description:Exoplanet Hunt explores the captivating search for planets beyond our solar system, focusing on habitable planets and the quest for extraterrestrial life. It demystifies exoplanet detection methods, such as the transit method, where scientists observe the slight dimming of a star as a planet passes in front of it, and the radial velocity method, which measures a star's wobble caused by an orbiting planet's gravitational pull. The book emphasizes the interdisciplinary nature of this field, drawing connections to astronomy, astrophysics, geology, and even biology. The book progresses by first detailing the methods used to detect exoplanets, then examines planetary habitability, including factors like the ""habitable zone"" and the presence of liquid water. Finally, it delves into the search for Earth-like exoplanets and the challenges of identifying biosignatures, indicators of life. What sets this book apart is its focus on not just what exoplanets have been found but how they are detected and why this search matters.We have made it easy for you to find a PDF Ebooks without any digging. And by having access to our ebooks online or by storing it on your computer, you have convenient answers with Exoplanet Hunt. To get started finding Exoplanet Hunt, you are right to find our website which has a comprehensive collection of manuals listed.
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Pages: 165

Format: PDF, EPUB & Kindle Edition

Publisher: Publifye AS

Release: 2025

ISBN: 9788233966119

Description: Exoplanet Hunt explores the captivating search for planets beyond our solar system, focusing on habitable planets and the quest for extraterrestrial life. It demystifies exoplanet detection methods, such as the transit method, where scientists observe the slight dimming of a star as a planet passes in front of it, and the radial velocity method, which measures a star's wobble caused by an orbiting planet's gravitational pull. The book emphasizes the interdisciplinary nature of this field, drawing connections to astronomy, astrophysics, geology, and even biology. The book progresses by first detailing the methods used to detect exoplanets, then examines planetary habitability, including factors like the ""habitable zone"" and the presence of liquid water. Finally, it delves into the search for Earth-like exoplanets and the challenges of identifying biosignatures, indicators of life. What sets this book apart is its focus on not just what exoplanets have been found but how they are detected and why this search matters.We have made it easy for you to find a PDF Ebooks without any digging. And by having access to our ebooks online or by storing it on your computer, you have convenient answers with Exoplanet Hunt. To get started finding Exoplanet Hunt, you are right to find our website which has a comprehensive collection of manuals listed.
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