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Astrobiology
. Ed(S): Horneck, Gerda; Baumstark-Khan, Christa
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Description for Astrobiology
paperback. This book bridges a gap in the literature by bringing together leading specialists from different backgrounds. It addresses the specific need for a readable book on this very interdisciplinary and new topic at research level. Editor(s): Horneck, Gerda; Baumstark-Khan, Christa. Num Pages: 426 pages, 39 colour illustrations, biography. BIC Classification: PNN; PSAF; PSAJ; RGM; TTDS; VXQB. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 235 x 155 x 22. Weight in Grams: 650.
How did life originate in the universe? How did it all start after the creation of matter and the formation of elements in the stars? What are the pathways from the first organic molecules in space to the evolution of complex life forms on Earth and perhaps elsewhere? And how will it all end? The Universe itself sets the stage for the very interdisciplinary field of astrobiology that attempts to answer such questions, the central one being: What is the (cosmic) recipe for life? Currently there are only very few known elements in this vast mosaic. This book bridges a ... Read more
How did life originate in the universe? How did it all start after the creation of matter and the formation of elements in the stars? What are the pathways from the first organic molecules in space to the evolution of complex life forms on Earth and perhaps elsewhere? And how will it all end? The Universe itself sets the stage for the very interdisciplinary field of astrobiology that attempts to answer such questions, the central one being: What is the (cosmic) recipe for life? Currently there are only very few known elements in this vast mosaic. This book bridges a ... Read more
Product Details
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2011
Publisher
Springer-Verlag Berlin and Heidelberg GmbH & Co. KG Germany
Number of pages
426
Condition
New
Number of Pages
411
Place of Publication
Berlin, Germany
ISBN
9783642639579
SKU
V9783642639579
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Reviews for Astrobiology
"[...] written for people with a strong background in science. I nonetheless found it a joy to read and I would strongly recommend it to those who wish to know the latest in the scientific search for ET." (Neil English, Astronomy Now, Aug. 2003) "[...] Astrobiology challenges science in unique ways, in particular the well-known problem of identifying ... Read more