astrobiología

astrobiología

Study of the origin, distribution, and destiny of life in the universe. These are interdisciplinary studies involving astronomers, astrophysicists, biologists, chemists, geneticists, geologists, paleontologists, planetary scientists, and specialists from other scientific fields. Three broad themes of astrobiology: Is there life elsewhere in the universe? How did life begin and evolve? What is the future for life on Earth and beyond?

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