Lecture- Tutorials for Introductory Astronomy
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ISBN: 9780321820464
Author: Edward E. Prather, Tim P. Slater, Jeff P. Adams, Gina Brissenden
Publisher: Addison-Wesley
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Chapter 5, Problem 15MOP
Which system (A−D) has the extrasolar planet that is easiest to detect from Earth?Explain your reasoning.
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Lecture- Tutorials for Introductory Astronomy
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