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The term ‘Goldilocks Zone’ is often seen in the news in the context of
- A.the limits of habitable zone above the surface of the Earth
- B.regions inside the Earth-like planets in outer space
- C.search for the Earth-like planets in outer space
- D.search for meteorites containing precious metals
▶ Answer & Explanation
Correct answer: C. search for the Earth-like planets in outer space
The Goldilocks Zone, or habitable zone, refers to the orbital region around a star where temperatures are just right for liquid water to exist on a planet's surface. This condition is considered crucial for life as we know it. Therefore, astronomers search for exoplanets located within this specific zone around other stars, as they represent potential candidates for harboring life.
Source: UPSC gs1 2015