NSCI 398I - Astrobiology

Institution:

University of Maryland-Global Campus

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Description:

(For students not majoring in a science.) An introduction to planetary astronomy with an overview of biology, geology, and chemistry related to the existence of life on Earth and to speculations that affect the search for life elsewhere in the cosmos. Topics include the chemistry of comets, space missions to Mars and Europa in search of life, the relevance of life on Earth in extreme environments (e.g., deep-sea vents and Antarctica), the assembly of prebiotic amino acids into DNA, and the possibility of life elsewhere in the universe. Students may receive credit for only one of the following courses: ASTR 380, GNSC 398I, or NSCI 398I.

Credits:

3.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.umgc.edu

Phone Number:

(301) 985-7000

Regional Accreditation:

Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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