ASTR-3300 (3) Extraterrestrial Life

Discusses the scientific basis for the possible existence of extraterrestrial life. Includes origin and evolution of life on Earth; possibility of life elsewhere in the solar system, including Mars; and the possibility of life on planets around other stars. Department enforced prereq., one-year sequence in a natural science. Credit for only one of ASTR 2040 or ASTR 3300. Same as GEOL 3300.