Textbook of Space Science
About this ebook
In addition to Earth's atmosphere, it provides insights into various celestial bodies, including the Sun, which serves as the primary energy source for our planet, and the planets within our solar system. It explores their physical characteristics, atmospheres, and potential for hosting life, particularly focusing on Mars, Venus, and the icy moons of the Jupiter and Saturn.
The text also addresses the intriguing question of extraterrestrial life, discussing the conditions necessary for life to exist and the ongoing search for habitable environments beyond the Earth. This includes the study of exoplanets, the role of astrobiology, and missions aimed at exploring other celestial bodies for signs of life.
Overall, the book serves as a foundational resource for understanding the intricate relationships between the Earth's atmosphere, celestial phenomena, and the broader implications for life in the universe.
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About the author
Suresh Chandra is President of Physical Sciences section of 108th Indian Science Congress 2023. He is author of 18 textbooks and 187 research papers published in the research journals of international repute. He has completed 17 research projects funded by various funding agencies in India. He has guided 11 students for PhD and 2 students for M.Phil in Physics. He is collaborating with the scientists in Russia, France, Germany & Poland. He is life-member of several academic bodies, including International Astronomical Union.
Mohit Kumar Sharma :- is Assistant Professor, Amity Center for Astronomy & Astrophysics, Amity Institute of Applied Sciences, Amity University, Noida, India. He got his M.Sc. (with Distinction), M.Phil. (with first rank and distinction) and PhD and then he was awarded National Postdoctoral Fellowship by the Govt. of India for two years. He went to Germany for 2 months with the financial support from the DAAD, Germany; went to Japan for a short scientific visit. He is co-PI in a research project funded by the ISRO, Bengaluru; has published 40 research papers in the journals of international repute; coauthor of 8 textbooks published by the reputed publishers.
