Title: The Earth and the Moon Author(s): Linda T. Elkins-Tanton Pages: 233 Publisher: Facts On File, Inc. Publication date: 2006 Language: English Format: PDF ISBN-10: 0816051941 ISBN-13: Description: The Earth and the Moon compares the Earth with other planets to clearly display the similarities and differences between the various orbiting bodies. This volume discusses the fundamental aspects of the Earth as a planet, including its size, mass, orbit, surface appearance, atmosphere, and the causes of its seasons. It also covers the history behind the successful space missions to the moon.