What is the primary focus of astrobiology?

Astrobiology and the Search for Water in Space

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1.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
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Studying the Earth's atmosphere
Exploring the possibility of life on other planets
Investigating the history of the solar system
Analyzing the core of the Earth
2.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
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Which of the following is considered a solvent in chemistry?
Carbon dioxide
Water
Oxygen
Nitrogen
3.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
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Why is water considered a crucial solvent for life?
It is a solid at room temperature
It is the only liquid found on Earth
It dissolves chemicals and remains largely unchanged
It is the most abundant element in the universe
4.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What is a potential alternative solvent for life besides water?
Liquid helium
Liquid nitrogen
Liquid ammonia
Liquid hydrogen
5.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
Why is liquid ammonia considered a candidate for supporting life?
It has similar properties to water
It is found in the Earth's atmosphere
It is a known solvent for life on Earth
It is abundant on Earth
6.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What is the main challenge in finding a solvent other than water for life?
No known life forms using other solvents
Limited interest in the scientific community
Lack of technology
High cost of research
7.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What technology is being developed to detect water on other planets?
Underwater drones
Telescopes with specialized software
Space probes
Advanced microscopes
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