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astronomy1 year ago•6 min saved

"TESS Telescope Discovers 6 Exoplanets Orbiting Young 'Misbehaving' Star"

NASA's TESS telescope has discovered a rare system of six young exoplanets and a possible seventh orbiting a misbehaving infant star called TOI-1136, providing insight into planet formation and evolution. The system's similarity to our solar system offers a glimpse into our cosmic neighborhood's past. The planets, classified as "sub-Neptunes," are close to their star and may have atmospheres sculpted by intense radiation. Researchers hope to confirm the seventh planet and study the planets' compositions further, potentially with the James Webb Space Telescope.

via Space.com|

#astronomy #exoplanets #nasa

astronomy2 years ago•5 min saved

"Analyzing the Masses and Atmospheres of Six Exoplanets"

Astronomers led by researchers at the University of California, Irvine, have gathered precise information about six confirmed exoplanets orbiting TOI-1136, a dwarf star 270 light years from Earth. Using data from the TESS-Keck Survey, the team obtained detailed measurements of the exoplanets' masses, orbital properties, and atmospheric characteristics, providing valuable insights into planet formation and evolution. The study, published in The Astronomical Journal, involved combining transit timing variations with radial velocity analysis to create complex planetary system models, revealing unprecedented knowledge about the exoplanetary system. The researchers also noted the potential presence of a seventh planet and expressed interest in further exploration of the planets' compositions and atmospheres using advanced spectroscopy capabilities.

via Phys.org|

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