The habitable zone is defined by what characteristic?
A)Zone where planets of a suitable size to support advanced life are located.
B)Zone where planets of a suitable internal composition to support advanced life are located.
C)Zone where water can exist as a liquid.
D)Zone where X-ray intensity from solar radiation drops below a critical value.

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Quizplus · Accepted Answer

The habitable zone is defined as the region around a star where the temperature is just right for water to exist as a liquid on the surface of a planet. This is important because water is essential for life as we know it. Therefore, option C is the correct answer.

The Habitable Zone Is Defined by What Characteristic