Origins of Life: Musings from Nuclear Physics, Astrophysics and Astrobiology

di Vlado Valkovic (Autore)

Taylor & Francis Ltd, 2021

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.

• Autore: Vlado Valkovic
• Editore: Taylor & Francis Ltd
• Anno: 2021
• Rilegatura: Hardback
• Pagine: 400 p.
• Dimensioni: 234 x 156 mm
• Peso: 802 gr.
• EAN: 9781032010571

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