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Title:
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Astrobiology : an introduction /
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Authors:
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Alan Longstaff, Author
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Material Type:
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book
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Publisher:
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Boca Raton, Florida ; London ; New York : CRC Press, 2015
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Series:
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Series in astronomy and astrophysics.
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ISBN / ISSN / EAN :
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978-1-4398-7576-6
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Format:
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xxxii, 422 pages / illustrations (some color), color maps / 24 cm
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Bibliography note:
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Includes bibliographical references and index
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Languages:
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English
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Class number:
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QH326
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Subjects:
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Exobiology
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Life--Origin
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Description:
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Assuming a minimal amount of science knowledge, this text provides a full introduction to astrobiology suitable for undergraduate students. With an emphasis on bioscience, the text covers such topics as stellar evolution, cosmic chemistry, planet formation, habitable zones, terrestrial biochemistry, and exoplanetary systems. It also includes worked examples and problems.
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Format :
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In print
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