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To: Sam who wrote (247737)	3/21/2014 7:56:18 PM
From: Wharf Rat	Read Replies (2) of 542023

We obviously have a carbon-based bias" One test I had in cell physiology was to discuss the possibility of silicon based life (right below carbon in the periodic table). Too bad I don't have a time machine which could take me back there, cuz this is a lot better that whatever I said. I think I had sulfur play the role of oxygen, and prolly used P instead of N. Is Silicon-Based Life Possible?As we look for biosignatures on other planets, we should guard against being too Earth-centric Read more: http://www.airspacemag.com/daily-planet/is-silicon-based-life-possible-5120513/#ixzz2we1Ioo6q

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