"Perfectly Synced: Astronomers Uncover a Six-Planet Solar System in the Milky Way"

Astronomers have discovered a system of six planets orbiting a nearby sun-like star, HD 110067, which are locked into a rare resonance with one another. These sub-Neptune planets, larger than Earth but smaller than Neptune, provide insights into planet formation and evolution. The stable, predictable orbital pattern suggests that the planets have remained undisturbed for billions of years. While not suitable for life, the system offers valuable opportunities for studying planet atmospheres. The discovery raises questions about why our own solar system lacks sub-Neptune planets, and further investigation will be conducted using NASA's James Webb Space Telescope.
- Astronomers discover six planets orbiting a nearby sun-like star The Washington Post
- A Star With Six Planets That Orbit Perfectly in Sync The New York Times
- A six-planet solar system in perfect synchrony has been found in the Milky Way The Washington Post
- Planets of distant solar system orbit star in coordinated dance, say scientists The Guardian
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