Why Might the Presence of a Giant Planet Be Both

question 45

Essay

Why might the presence of a giant planet be both good and bad for life on a terrestrial planet in another solar system?

---

Definitions:

Proximal Goals

Short-term objectives or targets that are set as steps towards achieving a longer-term goal.

Distal Goals

Long-term objectives that are set to be achieved in the future, often serving as the final target of a series of smaller goals.

Positive Reinforcement

A motivational technique that involves rewarding a desired behavior to encourage its repetition in the future.

Public Speaking

The act of speaking in front of a live audience with the aim of informing, persuading, or entertaining.