| Article ID | Journal | Published Year | Pages | File Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 10705177 | Planetary and Space Science | 2012 | 10 Pages |
Abstract
⺠The presence of hydrocarbons and oxygen in a planetary atmosphere may imply biology. ⺠Micrometeorites can produce methane upon atmospheric entry. ⺠It is possible that this methane may be misinterpreted as a false biosignature. ⺠We discuss the requirements for this effect and its implications.
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Authors
Richard W. Court, Mark A. Sephton,