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Irradiation of Adenine Adsorbed in Na-Montmorillonite

Implications to Chemical Evolution Studies

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Adenine is an important compound in biological systems, such as genetic and energy utilization processes. Adenine is readily formed in prebiotic conditions. Its synthesis and stability in environmental conditions is of paramount importance in chemical evolution.

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Guzman, A., Ramos-Bernal, S., Negron-Mendoza, A. (2000). Irradiation of Adenine Adsorbed in Na-Montmorillonite. In: Chela-Flores, J., Lemarchand, G.A., Oró, J. (eds) Astrobiology. Springer, Dordrecht. https://doi.org/10.1007/978-94-011-4313-4_25

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