Introductory Astrochemistry
From Inorganic to Life-Related Materials
- 1st Edition - March 25, 2024
- Author: Akio Makishima
- Language: English
- Paperback ISBN:9 7 8 - 0 - 4 4 3 - 2 3 9 3 8 - 0
- eBook ISBN:9 7 8 - 0 - 4 4 3 - 2 3 9 3 9 - 7
Introductory Astrochemistry: From Inorganic to Life-Related Materials provides a detailed examination of the origins of planets, their satellites, and the conditions that led to li… Read more
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Request a sales quoteIntroductory Astrochemistry: From Inorganic to Life-Related Materials provides a detailed examination of the origins of planets, their satellites, and the conditions that led to life itself. Drawing on theories, experiments, observations, calculations, and analytical data from five distinct astrosciences, including astronomy, astrobiology, astrogeology, astrophysics, and astrochemistry, the book provides a comprehensive understanding of the formation and evolution of our Solar System and applies it to other solar systems. The book begins with fundamental knowledge in the astrosciences, building upon understanding systematically up to the formation of the early Solar System.
This book is an interdisciplinary reference for researchers and advanced students in astrogeology, astrophysics, astrochemistry, astrobiology, astronomy, and other space sciences, helping to foster a deeper understanding of the interconnections between these disciplines.
- Includes detailed data references on astrochemistry and astronomy of the Universe, stars, planets, and moons, and applies them to the Solar System
- Combines knowledge from the fields of mineralogy, astrophysics, astrochemistry, astrobiology, astronomy, and more
- Integrates conclusions from multiple fields and interdisciplinary topics to form a holistic understanding
- Includes extensive figures and tables to enhance key concepts
Researchers and students in astrogeology, astrophysics, astrochemistry, astrobiology, astronomy, and other space science fields
- Cover image
- Title page
- Table of Contents
- Copyright
- Preface
- Chapter 1. Basic knowledge of astroscience
- Abstract
- 1.1 Introduction to astrophysics
- 1.2 Introduction to astronomy
- 1.3 Introduction to inorganic astrochemistry
- 1.4 Introduction to mineralogy and petrology
- 1.5 Introduction to organic astrochemistry
- 1.6 Statistics
- References
- Chapter 2. Origin of elements
- Abstract
- 2.1 The origin of the universe
- 2.2 Origin of elements
- 2.3 Formation of the proto-Earth in the solar nebular
- References
- Chapter 3. Materials on the Moon
- Abstract
- 3.1 Characteristics of the materials of the Moon
- 3.2 The age of the Moon
- 3.3 The giant impact model for formation of the Earth-Moon system
- 3.4 Constraints from the stable isotope astrochemistry for the giant impact
- 3.5 Summary
- 3.6 The “synestia” model
- 3.7 C, N, and S were delivered by a giant impact
- References
- Chapter 4. Materials on the Earth
- Abstract
- 4.1 The late veneer
- 4.2 The oldest geological records on the Earth
- 4.3 The oldest evidence of Life on the Earth
- References
- Chapter 5. Origins of life-related molecules on Earth
- Abstract
- 5.1 Transportation of life-related molecules of extraterrestrial origin on Earth
- 5.2 Synthetic experiments of life-related molecules on the Earth
- References
- Chapter 6. Life-related molecules on Venus
- Abstract
- 6.1 Life-related molecules on Venus atmosphere
- References
- Chapter 7. Materials on Mars
- Abstract
- 7.1 Exploration of Mars
- 7.2 Life-related molecules (LRMs) in the atmosphere on Mars
- 7.3 Organic compounds in the Martian meteorites
- 7.4 Fossils of microorganisms were found in the Martian meteorite, ALH 84001?!
- 7.5 The least contaminated Martian meteorite, Tissint fell
- References
- Chapter 8. Comet and asteroid materials
- Abstract
- 8.1 Asteroid and comet explorations
- 8.2 Sample-return missions from the comets and asteroids
- 8.3 Organic materials and life-related materials in asteroids and comets
- 8.4 Mineralogy and inorganic chemistry of samples recovered from the asteroid Ryugu
- 8.5 Organic materials and life-related materials in the recovered samples from the asteroid Ryugu
- 8.6 Origin of life-related materials in asteroids and comets by laboratory experiments
- References
- Chapter 9. Liquid water on the moons of Jupiter and Saturn
- Abstract
- 9.1 Exploration of Jupiter and Saturn
- 9.2 Four contrasting moons of Jupiter
- 9.3 Moons of Saturn
- References
- Chapter 10. Exosolar materials and planets
- Abstract
- 10.1 Life-related molecules observed in space and interstellar medium
- 10.2 Exosolar planets in the habitable zone
- 10.3 Atmospheric molecules in exoplanets
- References
- Index
- No. of pages: 410
- Language: English
- Edition: 1
- Published: March 25, 2024
- Imprint: Elsevier
- Paperback ISBN: 9780443239380
- eBook ISBN: 9780443239397
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Akio Makishima
Akio Makishima is a Professor for the Institute for Planetary Materials at Okayama University. He obtained his Ph.D. from Tokyo University under supervision of Professor Akimasa Masuda. After three years in the Analytical Research Center of Nippon Steel Co. Ltd, he was appointed assistant professor and finally obtained professorship. His research interests deal primarily with planetary science and geochemistry. He has authored over 60 scientific publications and two books.
Affiliations and expertise
Professor, Institute for Planetary Materials, Okayama University, JapanRead Introductory Astrochemistry on ScienceDirect