Webb Telescope Reveals Turbulent Silicate Clouds on Exoplanet with Dual Suns
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NASA's James Webb Space Telescope has detected silicate clouds in the atmosphere of exoplanet VHS 1256 b, which is about 40 light-years away and orbits two stars. The clouds are constantly rising, mixing, and moving during its 22-hour day, and contain silicate particles ranging from fine specks to small grains. The team also detected water, methane, carbon monoxide, and evidence of carbon dioxide. The planet's low gravity and young age make it an ideal target for observation. Webb's observations provide a treasure trove of data for researchers to analyze and understand the planet's dynamic cloud and weather systems.
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