This eBook describes the foundation of extraterrestrial microbiology, the scientific discipline that studies microorganisms in outer space, making it a must-read for any student interested in the intersection of astronomy and microbiology. Also discussed are the concerns about and protocols to prevent extraterrestrial contamination at the microscopic level—both of Earth by alien microorganisms and of other worlds by Earth's microorganisms.
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