Uranus, Neptune, Pluto, and the outer solar system / Elkins-Tanton, Linda T

Provides information about the relationship between the Sun and Uranus, Neptune, and Pluto and their vast region of asteroids and comets. Explores theories about the formation and evolution of these planets and discusses how they interact with the inner and outer solar system. Includes color illustrations and photos, tables, graphs, a glossary, and an index.

Describes the interiors, surfaces, rings, and moons of Uranus and Neptune; the discovery of Pluto and the Kuiper belt; what is known about Pluto's interior and surface; and also discusses Charon and the Oort cloud.