Book description
Planetary Surface Processes is the first advanced textbook to cover the full range of geologic processes that shape the surfaces of planetary-scale bodies. Using a modern, quantitative approach, this book reconsiders geologic processes outside the traditional terrestrial context. It highlights processes that are contingent upon Earth's unique circumstances and processes…
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1 author picked Planetary Surface Processes as one of their favorite books. Why do they recommend it?
Geomorphology (the study of landforms) is central to planetary science because landforms are readily observable. This book provides some of the best explanations of geomorphic processes and the formation of various surface features available.
Sometimes geomorphology can just be descriptive, but this treatment of processes is more rigorous than most, yet readable.
From Harry's list on planets astronomical objects into geologic worlds.
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