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Why do scientists look for water when searching for life on other plates?
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∙ 14y ago
Because life requires a solvent in which chemical reactions can take place. Water is an excellent solvent, and no other known substance that can make up a planetary ocean would do as well. All the life we know about is water based.
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∙ 12y agoBecause water is an essential component to all life on earth, and because if the water was in a liquid state, the planet would be in the so-called "Goldilocks Zone", not too cold and not too hot to sustain life.
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Is tsunami wave?
A tsunami occurs when there is an under-water earthquake. The two oceanic plates crash into each other and since both of the plates have jagged edges, the edges fit into the other oceanic plate like jigsaw pieces. This will increase the pressure between both plates and predominantly one of the plates will dominate the other causing massive waves. In the water, massive waves are considered as ''Tsunamis'' since it is an underwater earthquake.
What tectonic plate caused Christchurch's earthquakes?
there tectonic plates under the water. so when the tectonic plates are moved or hit each other means there will be an earthquake.
Why do scientists call the Ocean water on Earth the global Ocean?
The Oceans are all connected to each other therefore scientists call them the global Ocean.
What happens when two plates pull away from each other?
because the molten rock cools in the water and forms a oceanic crust
How do scientists hypothesize that volcanoes occur on Triton?
Scientists hypothesize Triton's surface is made up of frozen water and other materials, absorbs heat from the sun.
Scientists look for what molecule when they are investigating the possibility of life on other planets?
All life as we currently know it cannot exist without water (H2O). Scientists look for signs of water when searching for life on other planets.
The only other planet that scientists have evidence of water being present is?
Mars
Is tsunami wave?
A tsunami occurs when there is an under-water earthquake. The two oceanic plates crash into each other and since both of the plates have jagged edges, the edges fit into the other oceanic plate like jigsaw pieces. This will increase the pressure between both plates and predominantly one of the plates will dominate the other causing massive waves. In the water, massive waves are considered as ''Tsunamis'' since it is an underwater earthquake.
What tectonic plate caused Christchurch's earthquakes?
there tectonic plates under the water. so when the tectonic plates are moved or hit each other means there will be an earthquake.
Why mars europa and titan are of interest to scientists searching for extraterrestrial life?
Because these moons and planet display signs of once, or still, having water on or in them. If liquid water is present, the temperatures in the area tend to be favorable to life.
Does mercury have any bodies of water or any other liquid?
scientists say there is but they are not sure.
Do we have the technology to terra form Mars?
Currently, no. Scientists are searching for water. If water is located, then possibly a plant found on Earth can be transported to Mars, where it can begin to produce oxygen. Whether there is a plant that can survive the cold winters of Mars is the question.
What is the main reason scientists monitor the water quality of streams lakes and other water sources?
to maintain a clean environment .
Why do scientists call the ocean water on earth global ocean?
The Oceans are all connected to each other therefore scientists call them the global Ocean.
Why do scientists call the Ocean water on Earth the global Ocean?
The Oceans are all connected to each other therefore scientists call them the global Ocean.
What do tectonics plates create when they vslide past each other?
If on land, they create earthquakes, if in water, tsunamis.
How do scientists hypothesize that volcanoes occur on Triton?
Scientists hypothesize Triton's surface is made up of frozen water and other materials, absorbs heat from the sun.
