Discussion Questions on Solaris by Stanisław Lem

1. Define albedo, albumen, and colloidal.

2. Which evidence supports claims that the ocean on Solaris is sentient? Which evidence disputes that claim?

3. Where are the robots on Solaris Station?

4. How does Kelvin test the authenticity of senses at the end of "Sartorius"?

5. What does the reference to "Pelvis" tell Kelvin about the visitor Rheya?

6. How does Snow redefine the traditional notion of space exploration on p. 72?

7. What is the similarity between Berton's vision and the visitors?