Origins of Life : Musings from Nuclear Physics, Astrophysics and Astrobiology PDF
by Vlado Valkovic
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The primary purpose of this book is to prepare the ground for coordinated efforts aiming to answer the question: where and when life originated.
The appearance of life involves three successive stages: i) the formation of chemical elements and their combination to simple molecules, which is the concern of physicists; ii) the evolution of organized complexity in biomolecules and their reactions, which falls within the field of chemistry; iii) the onset of Darwinian evolution after the appearance of the first cell-like structure, which is studied by biologists.
This book focuses on the first two steps of this process with chapters exploring topics such as chemical element abundances; galaxies, galactic magnetic fields and cosmic rays; galactic chemical evolution.
Key Features: Contains extensive lists of reference and additional reading. Includes new hypotheses concerning the origin of life. Combines consideration from nuclear physics, astrophysics, astro- and geochemistry. Despite its interdisciplinary nature, this book remains accessible to nonexperts, and would be a valuable companion for both experts and laypeople.
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- Pages:422 pages, 26 Tables, black and white; 3 Line drawings, color; 88 Line drawings, black and white; 26
- Publisher:Taylor & Francis Ltd
- Publication Date:09/11/2021
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- ISBN:9781000470789
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- Format:PDF
- Pages:422 pages, 26 Tables, black and white; 3 Line drawings, color; 88 Line drawings, black and white; 26
- Publisher:Taylor & Francis Ltd
- Publication Date:09/11/2021
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- ISBN:9781000470789