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The rock cycle is like any other cycle because it is where rocks are formed, reformed and destroyed. This is similar to any other type of cycle
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∙ 12y agoEarth is a unique planet among all the planets because other planets do not have a protecting atmosphere. Earth has a number of layers called atmosphere that protect us from ultraviolet rays that harm us , not only this makes the earth a unique planet even due to oxygen and life existing biotic factors.Earth is also unique because it is only planet on which life can exist
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∙ 14y agoThe Earth is the only planet or body in the solar system known to contain life. The reasons for this are theoretical, but generally accepted in the scientific community.
Habitable Zone: The Earth orbits at a distance from the sun that is within a range called the "habitable zone". Within this range, the combination of heat/energy from the sun and the elemental composition of terrestrial-type planets (planets with a solid surface rather than primarily gaseous, like Jupiter) permits the planet to have a gaseous atmosphere and water in liquid form.
Too close to the sun, it's too hot and liquids boil off into gases. Too far away, and it's too cold and the liquids solidify.
Atmosphere: The habitable zone distance is one factor in having the proper atmosphere to support life. Also important are the planet's mass (which affects its gravity) and its elemental composition. Atmosphere is necessary to support some sort of respiration exchange, which both plants and animals require. The gravity must be high enough to keep an atmosphere around the planet, and it is also generally accepted that a certain density of atmosphere is needed. The composition of the atmosphere depends on what sorts of elements can be in gaseous form on the planet. On Earth, the main component is nitrogen, followed by oxygen, argon, carbon dioxide, and trace gases.
Conversely, the atmosphere cannot be too dense, or it prevents energy from the sun from reaching the surface. Also, a very dense atmosphere generates huge amounts of pressure (like diving very deep in the ocean), and makes even a 4mph wind have the force of a hurricane. Venus is one such planet like this.
Temperature Uniformity: A dense atmosphere makes it possible for a planet to have substantial uniform temperature on both the light and dark sides during rotation. Without that atmosphere, the daytime would be very high (perhaps 200F or more), and the nighttime would be way below freezing. Such radical changes in temperature from day to night would make it very difficult for any life to exist, because of the extreme range of tolerances it would have to have. The Earth's atmosphere permits a consistent (in the climatological sense) temperature range around the planet regardless of day or night cycle.
Photosynthesis: The combination of an appropriate atmosphere, sunlight, and temperature provides ideal conditions for the development of simple organisms that use photosynthesis for energy. Plant life such as algae are one example.
The exact nature of the development of life beyond that point is even more theoretical, and beyond the scope of this website.
It is also worth noting that the planets in our solar system have not been thoroughly explored. Some have been mapped by close-approach spacecraft, and we have landed probes on Venus and Mars (as well as the moon), but the planets still hide many secrets we have yet to discover. There may yet be life on them.
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∙ 14y agoBecause the rock cycle includes flowing water and no other planet has flowing water.
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How do you extract diamonds from the earth?
Diamonds, like any other natural raw material, are mined from the earth, usually in cone-shaped openings. You can see images of these openings, below.
What natural methods remove CO2 from the atmosphere?
Growing vegetation, like trees, plants and crops, removes carbon dioxide from the atmosphere. The other natural method is the carbon cycle, which moves carbon in and out of the atmosphere, in and out of the oceans, and in and out of the land.
How is life science and earth science differ?
Life science is about things that are living (i.e. carbon cycle, water cycle) Earth science is palte techtonics and things like that
Is global warming affecting the natural resources of the earth?
Global warming is affecting the distribution and location of water, through reduced, or extra rainfall. Other natural resources, like minerals, etc, are not being affected.
What can act like a long-term thermostat for the Earth's average temperature?
The carbon dioxide cycle.
How is the rock cycle like other natural cycles on earth?
The rock cycle is like any other cycle because it is where rocks are formed, reformed and destroyed. This is similar to any other type of cycle
How is earth like a recycling center?
The earth is like a recycling center because as things are being used other organisms can use their waste to live. The cycle is cyclic allowing for the cycle to never end unless things are destroyed. Does this help?
What is a constructive force?
a constructive force is a natural event that helps the earth like, weathering. weathering helps the earth by depositing sediments into other spots
Why do you have gold?
Gold, like many other precious metals and gemstones, is a natural result of the heat inside the earth.
When was the sphere invented?
The sphere wasn't invented, it was natural, like the Earth is natural
Is the rock cycle like the water cycle?
no the water cycle is that water evaporates and comes back down some of it even goes into the earth
How do you extract diamonds from the earth?
Diamonds, like any other natural raw material, are mined from the earth, usually in cone-shaped openings. You can see images of these openings, below.
What natural methods remove CO2 from the atmosphere?
Growing vegetation, like trees, plants and crops, removes carbon dioxide from the atmosphere. The other natural method is the carbon cycle, which moves carbon in and out of the atmosphere, in and out of the oceans, and in and out of the land.
How is life science and earth science differ?
Life science is about things that are living (i.e. carbon cycle, water cycle) Earth science is palte techtonics and things like that
Is organic waste recycled?
If by Organic Waste you mean vegetables and other food and or plants, technically, yes. The earth has a natural cycle of recycling and leaving you waste meaning rotten vegetables or plants that were once living, they will eventually break down. With help from the elements,including wind, water, and other things too, like sunlight.
What kind of engine drives a car?
All kinds like 2 cycle, 4 cycle, gasoline, diesel, propane, natural gas, electric,
Which heavenly body is nearest to the earth?
Of the natural heavenly bodies near earth, it is the moonthat is closest. Other things come closer on occasion, like meteorites and such, but it is Luna that is our constant and close companion.
