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What are comets made of?

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Ice, rock, dust

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Why is there no life present on the Moon despite being in the habitable zone?

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No liquid water, atmosphere is too thin, exposed to too much solar radiation (all of the above are correct)

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What color do auroras produced by oxygen higher in the atmosphere appear?

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Red

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Why do we see different colors in the auroras?

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Different gases in the atmosphere

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What is the primary reason for the seasons on Earth?

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The tilt of Earth's axis

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What is a comet?

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A small celestial body made of ice, dust, and rocky material that orbits the Sun.

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What is the habitable zone?

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The region around a star where conditions may be suitable for life, typically where liquid water can exist.

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What causes auroras?

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Auroras are caused by the interaction of solar wind with Earth's magnetic field and atmosphere.

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What is the role of Earth's atmosphere in protecting life?

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It filters harmful solar radiation and maintains temperature suitable for life.

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What is the significance of the tilt of Earth's axis?

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It causes seasonal variations in climate and daylight.