Question

Scientific enquiry about life in outer space is

• A. Exobiology
• B. Cryobiology
• C. Investigative biology
• D. Euphenics
• E. Palaeobiology

Answer 1

Answer: (A)

Exobiology

• Exobiology, also known as xenobiology or astrobiology is an interdisciplinary scientific field concerned with the origins, early evolution, distribution, and future of life in the universe.
  
• This interdisciplinary field encompasses research on the origin of planetary systems, origins of organic compounds in space, rock-water-carbon interactions, abiogenesis on Earth, research on biosignatures for life detection and studies on the potential for life to adapt to challenges on Earth and in outer space.
  

So, the correct answer is 'Exobiology'.