ASTR 104 - Life in The Universe

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Cerritos College

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Description:

Class hours: 3.0 Lecture This course is a non-technical introduction to the theory of the origin of life in the universe with emphasis on the origin of terrestrial life in the solar system. Topics include the laws of nature, the double helix of life, the origin of the DNA (Deoxyribonucleic Acid) strand, the proliferation of carbon based life forms, speculation on the nature of non-carbon based life, the evolution of intelligence, and the search for extraterrestrial life. Transfer Credit: CSU; UC

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3.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.cerritos.edu

Phone Number:

(562) 860-2451

Regional Accreditation:

Western Association of Schools and Colleges

Calendar System:

Semester

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