In:
Estudos Avançados, FapUNIFESP (SciELO), Vol. 21, No. 59 ( 2007-04), p. 263-284
Abstract:
We present a historical perspective about the ideas concerning the origin of life. After displaying the main topics necessary for understanding life’s origin, the main characteristics of the present life forms and their relationships are shown, suggesting a common ancestor. The conditions for prebiotic chemistry in terrestrial or interplanetary environments are reviewed. We put in context the arguments about the early origin of replicators versus metabolism. The very narrow window for life settlement in the early Earth is stressed, pointing to the likelihood of life arising in other places in the Universe. Finally, we present the cornerstones of current search for life outside our planet.
Type of Medium:
Online Resource
ISSN:
0103-4014
DOI:
10.1590/S0103-40142007000100022
Language:
Unknown
Publisher:
FapUNIFESP (SciELO)
Publication Date:
2007
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2081696-0
