What Makes A Planet Habitable?

The video discusses the criteria for a celestial body to support life, focusing on factors like distance from a star, stability of nearby stars, planetary mass, rotation, and atmosphere. It explains the concept of the habitable zone and the importance of a planet's magnetic field. The video also highlights the challenges in exploring distant planets that may be habitable.

What are the key factors that determine whether a celestial body can support life?

Explain the significance of the habitable zone around a star.

What conditions must a planet meet to retain an atmosphere?

Describe the role of a planet's magnetic field in supporting life.

How does Earth's atmosphere contribute to the potential for life?