Which of the Following Stellar Properties Affect the Habitability of a Planet

question 65

Multiple Choice

Which of the following stellar properties affect the habitability of a planet surrounding the star?

• A) luminosity
• B) lifetime
• C) magnetic fields
• D) all of the above

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