Astronomy and Astrophysics – Astronomy
Scientific paper
Sep 1975
adsabs.harvard.edu/cgi-bin/nph-data_query?bibcode=1975sciam.233...32c&link_type=abstract
Scientific American, vol. 233, Sept. 1975, p. 32-41.
Astronomy and Astrophysics
Astronomy
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Astronomical Models, Planetary Evolution, Solar System, Stellar Evolution, Galactic Evolution, Gravitational Collapse, Interplanetary Dust, Interplanetary Gas, Interstellar Matter, Oort Cloud, Stellar Winds
Scientific paper
The nebular hypothesis of the origin of the solar system is given a general qualitative exposition. The concept of a primitive solar nebula is traced from its first proposal by Descartes (1644) to the present day. The evolution of the solar system is outlined with detailed consideration given to galaxy formation, the origin of the primitive solar nebula, and planetary evolution. Models of planetary evolution are discussed, and it is shown how the planets were created by the accumulation of interstellar grains and the subsequent adherence and attraction of gases. The comets are accounted for in terms of the Oort cloud, and the T Tauri stage of the sun is described.
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