The Search for Earth-like Exoplanets: Could Life Exist Beyond Our Solar System?
Understanding the Distribution of Exoplanets Exoplanets are planets orbiting stars other than our Sun. They come in all sizes, temperatures, and compositions. One of the most exciting mysteries is whether we can find exoplanets similar to Earth—planets that could potentially harbor life. One method for detecting exoplanets is through the transit method. When a planet … Read more