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Explorations: Stars, Galaxies, and Planets
Thomas Arny, University of Massachusetts
The Terrestrial Planets

Essay Questions



1

Some scientists have proposed “terraforming” Venus and Mars. That is, they propose introducing organisms that would use carbon dioxide to photosynthesize oxygen and make both planets more suitable for humans. Do you think this is a good idea? Why or why not?
2

What evidence do we see from the terrestrial planets that supports the theory for the origin of the Solar System discussed in Chapter 14?
3

What are some examples of resonances in everyday life?








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