Question

Assertion (A): The Earth is the only planet which supports life.

Reason (R): The Earth receives optimum heat from the Sun to sustain life.

Options

• Both A and R are true and R is the correct reason for A.

• Both A and R are true but R is not the correct reason for A.

• A is true and R is false.

• A is false and R is true.

Answer 1

Both A and R are true and R is the correct reason for A.

Explanation:

Earth is the only planet that supports life because it receives the optimum amount of heat from the Sun. This suitable temperature range allows water to remain liquid and supports diverse life forms. Hence, the reason explains the assertion correctly.