From Fossils to Astrobiology
Records of Life on Earth and Search for Extraterrestrial Biosignatures
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This volume describes and discusses the oldest, extinct microorganisms from the depth of Earth and possible microbes from the upper spheres above Earth. Even though spacecraft or space Lander vehicles have yet...
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Microorganisms occupy almost every habitable niche on Earth. They are abundant not only in “normal” environments but also thrive in very harsh habitats. These organisms, existing at the limits of life, have be...