Earth #67
Earth is the third planet from the Sun and the only astronomical object known to harbor life. This is enabled by Earth being an ocean world, the only one in the Solar System sustaining liquid surface water. Almost all of Earth's water is contained in its global ocean, covering 70.8% of Earth's crust. The remaining 29.2% of Earth's crust is land, most of which is located in the form of continental landmasses within Earth's land hemisphere. Most of Earth's land is somewhat humid and covered by vegetation, while large sheets of ice at Earth's polar deserts retain more water than Earth's groundwater, lakes, rivers, and atmospheric water combined.


Earth's crust consists of slowly moving tectonic plates, which interact to produce mountain ranges, volcanoes, and earthquakes. These dynamic processes also contribute to the recycling of carbon through geological timescales, regulating the planet's climate and making it hospitable for life. Earth has a liquid outer core that generates a magnetosphere capable of deflecting most of the destructive solar winds and cosmic radiation. This magnetosphere, along with the atmosphere, provides crucial protection against space weather, maintaining conditions suitable for life on the planet’s surface.


Additionally, Earth's axial tilt and rotation give rise to seasonal changes and day-night cycles, further supporting diverse ecosystems and weather patterns. The planet's complex and interconnected systems—geological, hydrological, atmospheric, and biological—work in harmony to create the unique and life-sustaining environment we depend on.

Properties:
Galaxy: Milky Way
System: Solar
Main Planet: Sun
Type: Planet
Name: Earth
Resource: Gold
Rarity: Mythical