Published May 17, 1979 | Version v1
Journal article

The formation of the planets

Creators

Description

This is a brief review of some of the unexpected and important results of the planetary probe satellite Pioneer-Venus I launched on 4 th December 1978. The first results seem to contradict the presently widely held theory of planetary formation and are proving an embarrassment to theoreticians. (J.R.B.)

Additional details

Additional titles

Original title (German)
Die Entwicklung der Planeten

Publishing Information

Journal Title
Schweiz. Bauztg.
Journal Volume
97
Journal Issue
20
Series
Schweiz. Bauztg.
Journal Page Range
351-352
ISSN
0036-7524

INIS

Country of Publication
Switzerland
Country of Input or Organization
Switzerland
INIS RN
11501102
Subject category
S79: ASTROPHYSICS, COSMOLOGY AND ASTRONOMY;
Descriptors DEI
PIONEER SPACE PROBES; SOLAR SYSTEM EVOLUTION; VENUS PLANET
Descriptors DEC
PLANETS; SPACE VEHICLES