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Life in the Universe

Expectations and Constraints

Dirk Schulze-Makuch author Louis N Irwin author

Format:Hardback

Publisher:Springer International Publishing AG

Published:5th Dec '18

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Examines each of these parameters in crucial depth and makes the argument that life forms we would recognize may be more common in our solar system than many assume.

Considers exotic forms of life that would not have to rely on carbon as the basic chemical element, solar energy as the main energy source, or water as the primary solvent and the question of detecting bio- and geosignatures of such life forms, ranging from earth environments to deep space.

Seeks an operational definition of life and investigate the realm of possibilities that nature offers to realize this very special state of matter.

Avoids scientific jargon wherever possible to make this intrinsically interdisciplinary subject understandable to a broad range of readers.

“This book does a comprehensive job of touching on the many disparate topics that constitute the discipline. … a useful book, which provides a starting point for those readers wishing to explore the primary literature in astrobiology. Summing Up: Recommended. Advanced undergraduates through faculty and professionals.” (P. K. Strother, Choice, Vol. 56 (11), July, 2019)

ISBN: 9783319976570

Dimensions: unknown

Weight: 711g

343 pages

3rd ed. 2018