The evolution of matter: from the Big Bang to the present day

The Evolution of Matter explains how all matter in the Universe developed following the Big Bang and through subsequent stellar processes. It describes theevolution of interstellar matter and its differentiation during the accretionof the planets and the history of the Earth. Unlike many books on geochemistry, this volume follows the chemical history of matter from the very beginning to the present, demonstrating connections in space and time. It provides also solid links from cosmochemistry to the geochemistry of Earth. The book presents comprehensive descriptions of the various isotope systematics and fractionation processes occurring naturally in the Universe, using simple equations and helpful tables of data. With a glossary of terms and over 900 references, thisvolume is a valuable reference for researchers and advanced students studyingthe chemical evolution of the Earth, the Solar System and the wider Universe.

• ISBN: 978-0-521-86647-7
• Editorial: Cambridge University
• Encuadernacion: Cartoné
• Páginas: 532
• Fecha Publicación: 01/06/2008
• Nº Volúmenes: 1
• Idioma: Inglés