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1050: Lisa Kaltenegger | In Search of Alien Life and Livable Worlds

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The Moon: Earth's Stabilizing Force

The moon plays a crucial role in stabilizing the Earth's axial tilt, which in turn helps maintain consistent seasonal patterns. Without the moon's influence, the planet's tilt could vary significantly, resulting in extreme seasonal changes that would disrupt the environment and life as we know it. The predictability of seasons prevents conditions where extreme temperatures dominate year-round, which would be detrimental to ecology. Furthermore, the distinction between carbon and silicon as the basis for life raises questions about the adaptability of life forms, indicating that carbon remains essential for the biological processes that sustain life.

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