Terraqueous

/tɛˈreɪkwiəs/ adjective

Definition

Consisting of or formed from both land and water; pertaining to the earth as composed of land and sea.

Etymology

From Latin 'terra' (earth) + 'aqua' (water). Earth IS terraqueous — it's the defining characteristic of our planet, the mix of land and sea that made life possible.

Kelly Says

Earth is the only TERRAQUEOUS planet we know — made of BOTH land AND water! This is what makes us special! Mars is dry, Venus is gas, but Earth is the perfect mix of solid and liquid! 🌍💧

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