PHY 174 PLANETARY SCIENCE

Astronomy is the observation of the objects seen in the night sky; geology is the study of the Earth we live on. Planetary science is the intersection of those two fields. It involves comparing and contrasting surface features of the Earth (for example, its volcanoes, tectonic plates, and impact craters) with those seen on other planets. It also includes studies of the planets’ atmospheres and magnetospheres. This class focuses on our understanding of the Earth as a planet and our exploration of the solar system. Special emphasis is placed on our search for life on other worlds. This class fulfills the Elon Core Curriculum laboratory science requirement.

Course Types

Laboratory