Conditions for life in Space
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CONDITIONS FOR LIFE IN
SPACE
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Part I
Strong gravitational pull holds all planets in our solar system in orbit
Is an average star; about 4.6 billion years old
Provides the Earth with energy every day
Helps keep the temperature at a level that allows life to exist
Sun’s energy also creates wind in the Earth’s atmosphere
The Sun
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Part II
Made up of various gases (primarily nitrogen, oxygen, and carbon dioxide)
Acts as a protective shield for the Earth that allows life to exist
The atmosphere is held around the Earth by the force of gravity
Influences the overall climate of the Earth
The Atmosphere
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Part III
Overall, Earth’s climate is stable due to distance from the Sun and the Earth’s tilt
Water = very chemical necessary for life to exist on Earth
Water is found in all three stages on Earth: solid, liquid, and gas
Water vapor helps regulate Earth’s temperature. When it evaporates it cools the surface, keeping it from getting too hot
Climate and Water
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Part IV
All planets receive light from the Sun What is necessary for life to exist on
Earth (what makes Earth habitable):1. Proximity of the Sun to Earth
determines amount of heat and light the Earth receives
2. Availability of liquid water and water vapor are necessary for formation of weather and climate
3. Nonpoisonous gases that make up the atmosphere enable organisms to survive
Summary