Encyclopedia of the Solar System

T he Encyclopedia of the Solar System is a complete reference guide to this subject, including studies of the Sun, the Earth and the eight other major planets, the Moon and other natural satellites, planetary rings, comets, asteroids, meteorites, and interplanetary dust. Other entries discuss topics such as the dynamics of the solar system and planetary exploration missions. Each chapter in the Encyclopedia provides a scholarly overview of the selected topic to inform a broad spectrum of readers, from researchers to the interested general public. In order that you, the reader, will derive the maximum benefit from the Encyclopedia of the Solar System, we have provided this Guide. It explains how the book is organized and how information can be located.