How Nitrogen Allowed for Life to Appear

Researchers proposed a long time ago that atmospheric pressure might be one of the key factors determining the habitability of Earth-like planets. Over geological timescales, of millions to billions of years, variations in this pressure may be what determines a planet's ability to foster... [ read more >> ]

The crust and mantle hold twice as much nitrogen as the planet's atmosphere

Image comment: The crust and mantle hold twice as much nitrogen as the planet's atmosphere
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The crust and mantle hold twice as much nitrogen as the planet's atmosphere