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Catalysis and prebiotic RNA synthesisThe essential role of catalysis for the origins of life is discussed. The status of the prebiotic synthesis of 2',5'- and 3'5'-linked oligomers of RNA is reviewed. Examples of the role of metal ion and mineral catalysis in RNA oligomer formation are discussed.
Document ID
19950040951
Acquisition Source
Legacy CDMS
Document Type
Reprint (Version printed in journal)
External Source(s)
doi:10.1007/BF01582081
Authors
Ferris, James P. (Rensselaer Polytechnic Inst. Troy, NY, United States)
Date Acquired
August 16, 2013
Publication Date
December 1, 1993
Publication Information
Publication: Origins of Life and Evolution of the Biosphere
Volume: 23
Issue: 6-May
ISSN: 0169-6149
Subject Category
Life Sciences (General)
Accession Number
95A72550
Funding Number(s)
CONTRACT_GRANT: NAGW-2781
CONTRACT_GRANT: NSF CHE-90-00187
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Public
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