Exobiology
(noun)
The study of life outside of Earth, including the search for potential extraterrestrial life and the study of the effects of space on living organisms.
Origin:
Exobiology is derived from the greek words "exo" meaning "outside" and "biology" meaning "study of life".
Examples:
- Exobiology is the study of life beyond Earth.
- Scientists in the field of exobiology are searching for signs of life on other planets.
- The study of exobiology encompasses the search for microbial life on other planets as well as the study of the effects of space on living organisms.
- Exobiology is a multidisciplinary field that draws on expertise from various areas including astrobiology, biology, chemistry, and physics.
- The study of exobiology encompasses the search for microbial life on other planets as well as the study of the effects of space on living organisms.