Presents color-illustrated profiles of the sun and each planet in the solar system, describing their size, composition, moons and rings, and other characteristics, and includes a brief discussion of asteroids and comets.

Describes the planet Jupiter and its surface features, atmosphere, rotation and orbit, moons, and more.

This book tells of 68 known moons in the solar system, describes Earth's moon, and discusses how space probes provide information about other planets' moons.

Meteorologists predict storms, launch drones into hurricanes, and even study the weather on other planets. Meteorology in the Real World examines the history of this branch of science, what meteorologists do today, and what's next for the field. Easy-to-read text, vivid images, and helpful back matter give readers a clear look at this subject. Features include a table of contents, infographics, a glossary, additional resources, and an index. Aligned...

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.

Presents an introduction to the stars, describing their different types, how they are formed and become extinct, and how they have been studied throughout history.

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

Mars is the fourth planet of our solar system. learn more about exploring Mars and it's possible past.

Introduces comets and meteors, describing what they are, how they move through the solar system, and how they are studied.