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A description of the sun, the star of our solar system, which includes information on its origin, physical composition, and characteristics, as well as on studies made of the sun by instruments and satellites.

Describes the nature and movements of comets and meteors and examines what happens to meteors after they hit the Earth.

Photographs and text present information about the surface, orbit, and phases of the moon, its effect on the Earth's tides and lunar exploration.

Discusses the orbit, atmosphere, rings, moons, surface features, exploration, and other aspects of the planet Saturn.

Illustrations and text present information about the features of the sun, solar activity and eclipses, and the importance of the sun to life on Earth.

This book presents information on Mercury, the planet closest to the sun, as it was photographed by the U. S. spacecraft, Mariner 10.

Presents information on the different types of celestial matter known as asteroids, comets, and meteors and on what scientists learned from the impact of a comet on the surface of Jupiter.

Discusses the rotation, interior, surface features, atmosphere, and exploration of the Sun, including solar wind and the Sun's place in the solar system.

Provides information about the origins, composition, and appearances of comets, meteors and asteroids.

Describes the two largest planets in our solar system, including their formation, location, appearance, and moons.