Microbiology: An Evolving Science (Fourth Edition)
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The effect of the Sun’s temperature on the life existing on Earth.

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There are several different things required for life on Earth. These are elements, source of energy, and conducive temperature. The organic biomolecules that are the building blocks of all life forms on Earth are composed of various elements. Energy is derived from sunlight and the temperature depends on the distance of the Earth from the Sun and the capacity of the atmosphere to trap heat.

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