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The Habitability of Planets

In Our Time

CHAPTER

Exploring Habitable Worlds

This chapter investigates the conditions necessary for life beyond Earth, focusing on factors like distance from stars and planetary characteristics. It highlights the importance of recent advancements in technology and interdisciplinary collaboration in the search for extraterrestrial life, particularly through the study of exoplanets. The discussion emphasizes the unique environments of planets around M dwarf stars and the implications for potential habitability, while contemplating the adaptability of life in extreme conditions.

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