Tracking the Deep Biosphere through Time - Couverture rigide

 
9783039439515: Tracking the Deep Biosphere through Time
Couverture rigide
ISBN 10 : 3039439510 ISBN 13 : 9783039439515
Editeur : Mdpi AG, 2021

Synopsis

Deep biosphere research is at the scientific frontier of bio- and geo-related sciences, yet it is largely underexplored. In terms of volume, deep subsurface settings represent some of the largest microbial habitats on the planet, and the combined biomass of the deep biosphere encompasses the largest living reservoir of carbon, excluding land plants. However, the paleo-record of the deep biosphere is still largely uncharted and neglected. The aim of this book is to highlight current research on deep life through time and bring together researchers with various perspectives. The book presents a collection of scientific contributions that provide a sample of forefront research in this field. The contributions involve a range of case studies of deep ancient life in continental and oceanic settings, of microbial diversity in sub-seafloor environments, and of the isolation of calcifying bacteria, as well as reviews on clay mineralization of fungal biofilms and on the carbon isotope records of the deep biosphere. Deciphering the fossil record of the deep biosphere is a challenging task but, when successful, will unlock doors to life's cryptic past.

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Éditeur
Mdpi AG
Date d'édition
2021
Langue
anglais
ISBN 10 
3039439510
ISBN 13 
9783039439515
Reliure
Relié
Nombre de pages
168
Éditeur
Drake Henrik, Ivarsson Magnus, Heim Christine
Coordonnées du fabricant
non disponible
Personne responsable
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