After Earth's formation, the planet's ocean did not form for nearly:
A) 13 billion years.
B) 1 billion years.
C) 4 billion years.
D) 200 million years.

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It took nearly 4 billion years for the Earth's ocean to form after the planet's formation. This was due to a combination of factors including the degassing of the Earth's interior, volcanic activity, and the delivery of water by comets and asteroids.

After Earth's Formation, the Planet's Ocean Did Not Form for Nearly