The nemesis affair
David M. Raup
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The nemesis affair
Published
May 1987
Publisher
W W Norton & Co Inc
Pages
220
ISBN-13
9780393304091
ISBN-10
0393304094
Description
"Nemesis is the name given by scientists to a (theoretical) small companion star to our sun. Every 26 million years, the theory postulates, Nemesis's orbit brings it close enough to the sun to bombard our solar system with billions of comets. While most of the comets will float harmlessly away, some will be thrown toward Earth. Such a "large-body impact," the Nemesis theory holds, was responsible for the mass extinction that led to the demise of the dinosaurs. David M. Raup draws on wide research to set forth the evidence - or lack of it - for this revolutionary theory, along the way opening a revealing window on how science works, belief systems in science, and the influence of the press and popular culture on the circulation of scientific ideas."--BOOK JACKET.
Subjects
Geology by Design
Catastrophism in geology
Castastrophism in geology
Field studies in catastrophic geology
Focus on environmental geology
Studies in flood geology
Frequently Asked Questions
How many pages are in The nemesis affair?
This edition of The nemesis affair has approximately 220 pages. Please note, this is an estimate and the exact page count can vary between hardcover, paperback, and e-book versions.
How long does it take to read The nemesis affair?
For most readers, The nemesis affair typically takes between 4h 35m and 3h 3m to complete. This is based on the book's length of approximately 55,000 words and common reading speeds.
Here's a detailed breakdown: • Continuous reading at 250 WPM: approximately 3h 40m of focused reading • Casual reading (30 minutes/day): you could finish in roughly 8 days • Estimated word count: 55,000 words
Your individual reading time will vary based on your personal reading pace, the amount of daily reading time, and your familiarity with the subject matter.
What is the word count of The nemesis affair?
The estimated word count for The nemesis affair is approximately 55,000 words. This figure is calculated using industry-standard methods that consider genre-specific word density patterns, typical formatting and layout characteristics, and standard words-per-page ratios for published books.
This is an approximation — actual word count may vary based on font size, formatting, edition, and the presence of illustrations or charts.
Who is the author of The nemesis affair?
The nemesis affair was written by David M. Raup.
When was The nemesis affair published?
The publication date for this specific edition is May 1987. The original work may have been published on a different date.