Podcast
Questions and Answers
Which of the following is a characteristic of Earth that is necessary to support life?
Which of the following is a characteristic of Earth that is necessary to support life?
- Earth's habitable zone
- Earth's stable climate and temperature
- Earth's magnetic field
- Earth's atmosphere rich in nitrogen and oxygen (correct)
What is the habitable zone?
What is the habitable zone?
- The region around Earth that receives the right range of resources
- The region in our solar system and galaxy where Earth is ideally placed
- The region on Earth with stable climate and temperature
- The region around the sun where life can exist (correct)
How long has Earth been undergoing cosmic construction?
How long has Earth been undergoing cosmic construction?
- 4.6 billion years (correct)
- 8.7 billion years
- 4.6 million years
- 8.7 million years
What is the main reason why Earth is able to support life?
What is the main reason why Earth is able to support life?
What is one of the characteristics of Earth that sets it apart from other planets?
What is one of the characteristics of Earth that sets it apart from other planets?
Which planet is well equipped and ideally placed in our solar system and galaxy to support life as we know it?
Which planet is well equipped and ideally placed in our solar system and galaxy to support life as we know it?
What is one of the characteristics of Earth that sets it apart from other planets?
What is one of the characteristics of Earth that sets it apart from other planets?
What is the purpose of the habitable zone around the sun?
What is the purpose of the habitable zone around the sun?
What is one of the necessary components of Earth's atmosphere to support life?
What is one of the necessary components of Earth's atmosphere to support life?
How long has Earth been undergoing cosmic construction?
How long has Earth been undergoing cosmic construction?
Flashcards are hidden until you start studying
Study Notes
Characteristics of Earth Supporting Life
- The presence of liquid water is a necessary characteristic of Earth that supports life.
- The habitable zone is the region around a star where temperatures are suitable for liquid water to exist, making it possible for life to thrive.
Earth's Unique Features
- Earth is well equipped and ideally placed in our solar system and galaxy to support life as we know it.
- One of the characteristics that sets Earth apart from other planets is its ability to support liquid water.
The Habitable Zone
- The purpose of the habitable zone around the sun is to provide a region where temperatures are suitable for liquid water to exist.
Earth's Atmosphere
- Oxygen is one of the necessary components of Earth's atmosphere to support life.
Earth's History
- Earth has been undergoing cosmic construction for approximately 4.5 billion years.
Studying That Suits You
Use AI to generate personalized quizzes and flashcards to suit your learning preferences.
