How are the new variables calculated?

[Gordon Freeman]

That is, what variables and processes are used to calculate the Earth Similarity Index and Likelihood of Life?

[Jar]

As mentioned in the release notes, the Earth Similarity Index compares mean radius, bulk density, escape velocity, and surface temperature. It is based on http://phl.upr.edu/projects/earth-similarity-index-esi.

The Life Likelihood Index is derived from the Earth Similarity Index plus considerations of water, rotation, and atmospheric mass.

[Gordon Freeman]

Oh, cool. Sorry, I didn't see that in the release notes.

Do planets with extremely short days still have life at the poles or no?

[Darvince]

Why would planets with extremely short days not have life at the poles? Those areas would be the least effected by the shortness of the days, after all.

[Physics_Hacker]

That is, what variables and processes are used to calculate the Earth Similarity Index and Likelihood of Life?

The Trials and Variables are almost complete and a cure for the Flare seems right around the corner