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Astrochemistry and Astrobiology Ian W. M. Smith

Astrochemistry and Astrobiology By Ian W. M. Smith

Astrochemistry and Astrobiology by Ian W. M. Smith


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Eight further chapters address specific topics, encompassing basic theory and models, up-to-date research and an outlook on future work. Written and edited by international experts, this text is accessible for those entering the field of astrochemistry and astrobiology, while it still remains interesting for more experienced researchers.

Astrochemistry and Astrobiology Summary

Astrochemistry and Astrobiology by Ian W. M. Smith

Astrochemistry and Astrobiology is the debut volume in the new series Physical Chemistry in Action. Aimed at both the novice and experienced researcher, this volume outlines the physico-chemical principles which underpin our attempts to understand astrochemistry and predict astrobiology. An introductory chapter includes fundamental aspects of physical chemistry required for understanding the field. Eight further chapters address specific topics, encompassing basic theory and models, up-to-date research and an outlook on future work. The last chapter examines each of the topics again but addressed from a different angle. Written and edited by international experts, this text is accessible for those entering the field of astrochemistry and astrobiology, while it still remains interesting for more experienced researchers.

Table of Contents

Aspects of Physical Chemistry.- The Molecular Universe.- Chemical Processes in the Interstellar Medium.- Astrochemistry: Synthesis and Modelling.- Planetary Atmospheres and Chemical Markers for Extraterrestrial Life.- The Importance of Water.- Life, Metabolism and Energy.- Life: The Physical Underpinnings of Replication.- Physical Chemistry.

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NLS9783642434792
9783642434792
3642434797
Astrochemistry and Astrobiology by Ian W. M. Smith
New
Paperback
Springer-Verlag Berlin and Heidelberg GmbH & Co. KG
2014-11-09
350
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