"Surprising Discovery: Earth-Sized Planet Found Nearby with Lava Atmosphere"
TL;DR
Astronomers have discovered an Earth-sized planet, HD 63433d, located just 73 light years away and orbiting a star similar to our Sun. The planet, part of the Ursa Major Moving Group, is the closest and youngest Earth-sized world ever found. While it may offer insights into early Earth, it is tidally-locked to its star, resulting in extreme temperatures and potential lava flows. Discovered using NASA's TESS, this finding opens up possibilities for studying nearby exoplanets and understanding their characteristics.
- Scientists find Earth-sized planet shockingly nearby The Independent
- First Ever Earth-sized Planet Orbiting a Sun-Like Star Has Been Discovered Lurking in Our Solar Back Yard The Debrief
- NASA telescope discovers a bizarre, half-lava world Mashable
- Earth-sized exoplanet discovered in 'our solar backyard' The Jerusalem Post
- Astronomers discover a new earth-like planet; the only problem is its lava atmosphere Interesting Engineering
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