
by NationalResearchCouncil (Author), Committeeonthe Limitsof Organic Lifein Planetary S (Author), Committeeonthe Originsand Evolutionof Life (Author)
The search for life in the solar system and beyond has been governed by a model based on what we know about life on Earth (terran life). This book explores a limited set of hypothetical chemistries of life, a review of knowledge concerning key questions or hypotheses about nonterran life, and suggestions for research.
Format: Paperback
Pages: 116
Edition: 1
Publisher: National Academies Press
Published: 26 Jun 2007
ISBN 10: 030910484X
ISBN 13: 9780309104845