What Benefit Does the Size of the Earth Serve

question 58

Multiple Choice

What benefit does the size of the earth serve?

• A)Its size keeps it in orbit at a constant distance from the sun.
• B)Its size provides enough mass to gravitationally attract the atmosphere.
• C)Its size keeps the iron-nickel core solid.
• D)Its size prevents transfer of geothermal energy to the surface of the planet.

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Stunted Growth

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