What makes a planet suitable?
This is the zone where a planet is potentially considered habitable for life?
The habitable zone
About ___ of the Earth's internal heat originates from radioactive decay.
50%
Why is water important?
All life forms on earth require water to live, so without it, no life would exist.
The Electromagnetic field is generated by powerful dynamic forces at the _____ ____.
Outer core
This planet is considered Earth 2.0
Kepler-452b
Mantle Convection is the driving mechanism for
Plate tectonics
The electromagnetic field protects us from _____ ____ and _______ of our atmosphere.
Solar wind & erosion
It’s this radioactive heat in the mantle that makes our planet ______ active.
geologically
Why is an atmosphere important? 4 answers
It contains oxygen, protects us from solar radiation, retains liquid water, and keeps the planet warm.
Present day technology limits our ability to research rocky planets because we cannot yet...
fully study their atmosphere or other key details.
How does Mantle Convection shape our Earth geologically?
Mantle Convection results into the movement of tectonic plates, which creates mountain ranges, volcanos, etc.