The Search for Life's Origins: Progress and Future Directions in Planetary Biology and Chemical Evolution Contributor(s): National Research Council (Author), Division on Engineering and Physical Sci (Author), Space Studies Board (Author) |
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ISBN: 0309042461 ISBN-13: 9780309042468 Publisher: National Academies Press OUR PRICE: $47.50 Product Type: Paperback Published: February 1990 |
Additional Information |
BISAC Categories: - Science | Physics - Astrophysics - Science | Chemistry - General - Science | Life Sciences - Evolution |
Dewey: 577 |
LCCN: 90036899 |
Physical Information: 0.39" H x 6.72" W x 8.52" (0.60 lbs) 160 pages |
Descriptions, Reviews, Etc. |
Publisher Description: The field of planetary biology and chemical evolution draws together experts in astronomy, paleobiology, biochemistry, and space science who work together to understand the evolution of living systems. This field has made exciting discoveries that shed light on how organic compounds came together to form self-replicating molecules--the origin of life. This volume updates that progress and offers recommendations on research programs--including an ambitious effort centered on Mars--to advance the field over the next 10 to 15 years. The book presents a wide range of data and research results on these and other issues:
This volume will become required reading for anyone involved in the search for life's beginnings--including exobiologists, geoscientists, planetary scientists, and U.S. space and science policymakers. |