If a star has an extrasolar planet, the shape of its radial velocity curve is related to the planet's

A) orbital eccentricity
B) mass
C) radius
D) orbital period


A

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In its simplest form, the theory of Terrestrial protoplanet growth supposes that:

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In what ways is Earth different from the other terrestrial planets?

A) Most of its surface is covered with liquid water. B) It has oxygen in its atmosphere. C) Its lithosphere is broken into plates that move around. D) Life can be found almost everywhere. E) All of the above are true.

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