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The Exo-Weather Report

Exploring Diverse Atmospheric Phenomena Around the Universe
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  • The Exo-Weather Report by David S Stevenson
  • The Exo-Weather Report by David S Stevenson
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David Stevenson’s new book links the meteorology of the Earth to that of other planets, stars, and clusters of galaxies, showing the similarities and differences between terrestrial weather and that of weather on other worlds. Because Earth is not unique in having weather, there is much to learn from other planets with atmospheres that show the movement of energy from hotter to colder areas. The weather seen on Earth and other known planetary systems are examined to elaborate the connection between climate and the development of life. The weather on Earth and other Solar System planets is a manifestation of the huge energy budget imparted by our star, the Sun, but weather doesn’t stop at the shores of our Solar System. The author brings together the latest information from satellites and probes, such as Cassini and Hubble, to show its larger place in the astronomical picture. Inferences are drawn about the weather and climate of a large number of other planetary systems that liefar from our own.  Additionally, the author expands our understanding of what exactly weather is comprised of by exploring the kind of “weather” experienced on the largest observable scales in the universe.

Author Biography:

David Stevenson was born in Paisley, Scotland, in 1968, and studied molecular biology at Glasgow University and a PhD in genetics from the University of Cambridge. After a stint in academia, he became a teacher, but continued to write science articles for various magazines such as Sky & Telescope. His publications with Springer include "The Complex Lives of Star Clusters" (2015), Extreme Explosions (2014) and "Under a Crimson Sun" (2014). Despite a background in Biology, David’s father inspired his interest in astronomy from an early age. Exploring the cross-roads of different scientific disciplines is a key interest and motivation in both teaching and writing. David lives in Nottingham, UK, with his wife and family.
Release date Australia
September 5th, 2016
Audience
  • Professional & Vocational
Edition
1st ed. 2016
Illustrations
113 Illustrations, color; 3 Illustrations, black and white; XVI, 452 p. 116 illus., 113 illus. in color.
Pages
452
Dimensions
155x235x24
ISBN-13
9783319256771
Product ID
24008136

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