LittleParadiddles

What is the process involved with determining whether a planet (or moon, or other large body) is suitable for sustaining life?

How do you think the rise of space exploration in the private sector impacts astronomy?

And on a more Earthly level, what advice would you give to undergrads that would like to complete #78 on the list of #161 things to do?

Thanks for the reply!

So, we can tell the temperature of the planet but wouldn't know if the atmosphere contains oxygen? Are there viable solutions on how to effectively "terraform" a planet? (Given we had the resources and means to transport any necessary materials). Sorry if that's a little too sci-fi...

Makes sense about the private/public sector thing. Good to hear that both sides will ultimately benefit astronomy as a whole.

Hah, thanks for the tip about #78.