101 Great Solar System Facts and Trivia

A fascinating journey through the solar system, exploring the facts and mythologies of every planet en route.
Why is Mars red? How high could you jump on Pluto?
Read all about the Sun, Pluto and all the planets in between in this extraordinary journey through the solar system. Each chapter focuses on one of the planets, looking at how it got its name and the make-up of its surface and atmosphere, while special breakout sections present the facts andintriguing trivia about the mythology and exploration of the planet. Australian astronauts and Australian contributions to observing the solar system through facilites such as Parkes, are highlighted throughout.