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When and how did our solar system, and Earth, form?

Foundations of Astronomy (MindTap Course List)

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Author:Michael A. Seeds, Dana Backman

Publisher:Michael A. Seeds, Dana Backman

Chapter25: Astrobiology: Life On Other Worlds

Section: Chapter Questions

Problem 21RQ: Name three locations in our Solar System to search for Earth-like life and explain your choices.

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