Unit 5.3: Earth and the Habitable Zone

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What is the term for a mixture of gases that surrounds a planet, moon, or other celestial body?

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atmosphere

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NGSS.MS-ESS2-6

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What is the term for the temperature and pressure at which a liquid becomes a gas?

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boiling point

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NGSS.MS-PS1-4

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What is the term for a large celestial body that is composed of gas and emits light?

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star

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What is the term for the temperature and pressure at which a solid becomes a liquid?

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melting point

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NGSS.MS-PS1-4

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What is the term for the transfer of energy as electromagnetic waves?

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radiation

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NGSS.MS-PS4-1

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What is the habitable zone?

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The habitable zone is the region around a star where conditions are suitable for liquid water to exist on a planet's surface.

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NGSS.MS-ESS2-4

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What is the significance of the boiling point in relation to the atmosphere?

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The boiling point is influenced by atmospheric pressure; lower pressure at higher altitudes decreases the boiling point of liquids.

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How do stars contribute to the formation of planets?

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Stars provide the necessary heat and energy for the formation of planets from surrounding gas and dust in a protoplanetary disk.

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What role does radiation play in the Earth's climate?

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Radiation from the sun warms the Earth, driving weather patterns and influencing climate.

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NGSS.MS-ESS2-6

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What is the difference between the melting point and boiling point?

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The melting point is the temperature at which a solid becomes a liquid, while the boiling point is the temperature at which a liquid becomes a gas.

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NGSS.MS-PS1-4