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The Outer Planets

Name: The Outer Planets
ISBN: 9781474765930

By David Hawksett

How did Saturn’s rings become “ears”, and what secrets lurk beyond Pluto?

informative · fascinating · interactive · thought-provoking

Genres

Non-fiction Nature

What is The Outer Planets about?

Journey beyond Mars to explore the giant worlds of the outer Solar System. Discover how Jupiter’s moons were first observed, why Saturn was once thought to have “ears”, and when Pluto was discovered. Meet the astronomers and scientists who helped reveal the secrets of Jupiter, Saturn, Uranus, Neptune, Pluto and the Kuiper Belt. With practical activities and problem-solving challenges, this fascinating guide shows how scientists investigate distant planets and answer some of space’s most intriguing questions.

Pages

48 pages

Reading age

Older Junior (10-15)

This edition

2019

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