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AaS! 224: Can Life Survive on Locked Planets?
Episode 224

AaS! 224: Can Life Survive on Locked Planets?

Ask a Spaceman!

May 21, 202436m 6s

Show Notes

How do planets get tidally locked? What are these systems typically like? Can life find a home in such a challenging environment? I discuss these questions and more in today's Ask a Spaceman!

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