The New Science of Astrobiology : From Genesis of the Living Cell to Evolution of Intelligent Behaviour in the Universe /

Astrobiology is a very broad interdisciplinary field covering the origin, evolution, distribution, and destiny of life in the universe, as well as the design and implementation of missions for solar system exploration. A review covering its complete spectrum has been missing at a level accessible ev...

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Main Author: Chela Flores, Julián
Corporate Author: SpringerLink (Online service)
Format: eBook
Language:English
Published: Dordrecht : Springer Netherlands : Imprint : Springer, 2001.
Series:Cellular origin and life in extreme habitats ; 3.
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Online Access:Connect to the full text of this electronic book
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Summary:Astrobiology is a very broad interdisciplinary field covering the origin, evolution, distribution, and destiny of life in the universe, as well as the design and implementation of missions for solar system exploration. A review covering its complete spectrum has been missing at a level accessible even to the non-specialist. The last section of the book consists of a supplement, including a glossary, notes, and tables, which represent highly condensed `windows' into research ranging from basic sciences to earth and life sciences, as well as the humanities. These additions should make The New Science of Astrobiology accessible to a wide readership: scientists, humanists, and the general reader will have an opportunity to participate in one of the most rewarding activities of contemporary culture.
Item Description:Electronic resource.
Physical Description:1 online resource (251 pages)
ISBN:9789401008228 (electronic bk.)
9401008221 (electronic bk.)