Examines each one of those parameters in the most important intensity and makes the argument that existence types we'd realize will be extra universal in our sunlight approach than many imagine.
Considers unique types of lifestyles that will no longer need to depend on carbon because the simple chemical aspect, solar power because the major strength resource, or water because the basic solvent and the query of detecting bio- and geosignatures of such lifestyles types, starting from earth environments to deep space.
Seeks an operational definition of lifestyles and examine the area of probabilities that nature bargains to achieve this very specific kingdom of subject.
Avoids clinical jargon at any place attainable to make this intrinsically interdisciplinary topic comprehensible to a vast diversity of readers.
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