Question

select the correct answer. what would likely have happened to earth if no icy debris had arrived? a. it would still have oceans but no atmospheric water. b. it would still have atmospheric water but no oceans. c. it would have no oceans or atmospheric water. d. it would have traces of water beneath its surface. e. it would have released water in volcanic outgassing.

Explanation:

It is believed that much of Earth's water came from icy debris like comets and asteroids. Without this source, Earth would likely have no oceans or atmospheric water as the primary way water accumulated on Earth was through the impact of such icy bodies. Volcanic out - gassing contributed some water but not enough to form oceans and a significant atmosphere of water vapor without the input from icy debris. And there is no indication that Earth would have water beneath its surface or have a different water - related situation as described in other options without the arrival of icy debris.

Answer:

C. It would have no oceans or atmospheric water.