The origin of chondrules and chondrites

"This text summarizes the ideas surrounding the origin and history of chondrules and chondrites, drawing on research from the various scientific disciplines involved. With citations to every known published paper on the topic, it forms a comprehensive bibliography of the latest research, and extensive, illustrations provide a clearvisual representation of the scientific theories. This text will be a valuable reference for graduate students and researchers in planetary science, geology, and astronomy."--BOOK JACKET.