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Why is the earth called the blue planet?
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- Earth is called the blue planet because more than 70% of its surface is covered with water , which appears blue from space.
- Earth is the only planet in the solar system that has liquid water on its surface, which is essential for life .
- Earth also has a thick atmosphere that scatters blue light more than other colors, giving the sky a blue hue .
