The planets and life.It is pointed out that planetary exploration is not simply a program designed to detect life on another planet. A planet similar to earth, such as Mars, when studied for evidence as to why life did not arise, may turn out to be scientifically more important than a planet which has already produced a living system. Of particular interest after Mars are Venus and Jupiter. Jupiter has a primitive atmosphere which may well be synthesizing organic molecules today. Speculations have been made concerning the possibility of a bio-zone in the upper atmosphere of Venus.
Document ID
19720031139
Acquisition Source
Legacy CDMS
Document Type
Conference Proceedings
Authors
Young, R. S. (NASA Headquarters Washington, DC United States)
Date Acquired
August 6, 2013
Publication Date
January 1, 1971
Subject Category
Biosciences
Meeting Information
Meeting: Chemical evolution and the origin of life; Third International Conference