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my evil teacher is making me and my friend to do a 12 page report. and the question is "how does the distance of a planet from the sun affect the temperature?" i would really apperciate it. thanks.
The distance of a planet from the sun directly affects its temperature. The closer a planet is to the sun, the more heat and radiation it receives, leading to higher temperatures. On the other hand, the farther a planet is from the sun, the less heat and radiation it receives, resulting in lower temperatures.
No, the distance from the sun is not the only factor that affects a planet's temperature. Other factors such as the composition of the planet's atmosphere, its tilt, and its rotation speed also play a role in determining its temperature.
Yes, a planet's distance from the sun can change over time due to various factors such as gravitational pull from other planets, tidal forces, and changes in the planet's orbit. However, these changes are usually very gradual and do not drastically affect the planet's temperature.
Yes, the distance from the sun affects the temperature on both sides of a planet. However, the side of the planet facing the sun will experience higher temperatures due to direct exposure to the sun's heat and radiation. The side facing away from the sun will have lower temperatures due to receiving less heat and radiation.
The distance from the sun is one of the factors that determine a planet's habitability, but it is not the only factor. Other factors such as the planet's atmosphere, composition, and presence of water also play a crucial role. Some planets that are farther from the sun, such as Mars, have the potential to be habitable with the right conditions.