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What if the sun did not produce light and heat?
The sun is essential to life on this planet, so if the sun was not producing light/heat - life on this planet would no longer exist.
How does accretion heat a planet?
During accretion, any object falling towards a planet will acquire a velocity because of the gravitational attraction from the planet. So, the object will have a kinetic energy due to its motion. During the the collision the kinetic energy is converted to heat energy, and the remain of this heat is actually heating the planet.
Why is the atmosphere on Jupiter so cold?
The atmosphere on Jupiter is cold because the planet is located much farther from the Sun than Earth, so it receives less solar energy. Additionally, Jupiter's thick atmosphere traps heat, preventing it from reaching the planet's surface.
Why is Jupiter the hottest planet but not closest to the sun?
Jupiter's surface temperature is cold, much colder than that of the four inner planets. The core temperature of Jupiter is very high though, maybe around 36,000 Kelvin or so - with extremely high pressures. Jupiter's core temperature is so high because the mass of the planet is much greater than any other planet.
Why do Radioactive elements inside the planet release heat now but why was so much more heat released earlier in earths history that is released now?
Radioactive elements, such as uranium and thorium, release heat through the process of radioactive decay, which occurs at a consistent rate. In Earth's early history, the concentration of these radioactive elements was higher, and the planet was also undergoing intense geological activity, including impacts and the formation of the core and crust, generating additional heat. Over time, as the planet cooled and these radioactive elements decayed, the overall heat production decreased, leading to the lower heat release observed today. Additionally, the heat from primordial sources has diminished as the planet has aged, contributing to the gradual decline in thermal energy.
What if the sun did not produce light and heat?
The sun is essential to life on this planet, so if the sun was not producing light/heat - life on this planet would no longer exist.
What is the heat on the planet Saturn?
The heat on saturns planet is 1,000 degrees !
Which is the warmest planet in our solar system?
Venus is the hottest planet because it has an atmosphere and has thick clouds that trap the heat in. Although Mercury is the closest to the Sun, it has no atmosphere so it cannot hold the heat in.
How does the temperature of the planets vary with the distance from the sun?
The further a planet is from the sun, the less light and heat radiation it gets from the sun leaving it a cooler planet. However, a planet with a gaseous atmosphere is less likely to radiate away the planets heat so it may retain more of the solar heat.
How does the temperature of the planets vary with distance from the sun?
The further a planet is from the sun, the less light and heat radiation it gets from the sun leaving it a cooler planet. However, a planet with a gaseous atmosphere is less likely to radiate away the planets heat so it may retain more of the solar heat.
How much of the earth is covered by buildings?
3% - according to an Australian Study into the heat absorbency of the planet
How does a star compare to a planet in temperature and size?
A shining star is much bigger than a planet. A star produces light and heat and other types of radiation of it's own. A planet does not.
How does a greenhouse effect affect a planet?
A greenhouse effect traps heat that would otherwise escape out to space, so it keeps the planet warm.
How does accretion heat a planet?
During accretion, any object falling towards a planet will acquire a velocity because of the gravitational attraction from the planet. So, the object will have a kinetic energy due to its motion. During the the collision the kinetic energy is converted to heat energy, and the remain of this heat is actually heating the planet.
What is planet light?
The planet light is its internal heat.
What is happening to save the Arctic fox?
Nothing much, but they live in the same climate as polar bears do, so we should stop using so much engergy which makes the planet heat up and makes ice melt. Sadly, arctic foxes can't swim.
Why is the atmosphere on Jupiter so cold?
The atmosphere on Jupiter is cold because the planet is located much farther from the Sun than Earth, so it receives less solar energy. Additionally, Jupiter's thick atmosphere traps heat, preventing it from reaching the planet's surface.
