Biology and the Exploration of Mars: Report of a Study (1966)

Chapter: 2. The Origin of Life

Previous Chapter: 1. What Is Life?
Suggested Citation: "2. The Origin of Life." National Research Council. 1966. Biology and the Exploration of Mars: Report of a Study. Washington, DC: The National Academies Press. doi: 10.17226/18874.
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