The New Science of Astrobiology: - From Genesis of the Living Cell to Evolution of Intelligent (Cellular Origin, Life in Extreme Habitats and Astrobiology) [Hardcover]

Julian Chela-Flores (Author)

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ISBN-10: 0792371259 | ISBN-13: 978-0792371250 | Publication Date: August 1, 2001 | Edition: 1

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.

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"Recommended for anyone involved in studying life. Lower-division undergraduates through professionals; two-year technical program students." (CHOICE 39:9 (2002)

Product Details

• Hardcover: 288 pages
• Publisher: Springer; 1 edition (August 1, 2001)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0792371259
• ISBN-13: 978-0792371250
• Product Dimensions: 9.5 x 6.3 x 0.9 inches
• Shipping Weight: 1.2 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 5.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (1 customer review)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #4,486,921 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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5.0 out of 5 stars A very good introduction to astrobiology, November 23, 2004

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This review is from: The New Science of Astrobiology: - From Genesis of the Living Cell to Evolution of Intelligent (Cellular Origin, Life in Extreme Habitats and Astrobiology) (Hardcover)

This is a well-written book. It's informative and easy to read, even for the layman. And it covers the main topics in the field: cosmology, stellar evolution, origin of the planets, organic molecules in space, origin and handedness of life's macromolecules, evolution and intelligent life, possibilities of life on Mars, Europa, and Titan, and extrasolar planets.