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Unveiling Earth’s Twin: A Planet Covered in Volcanoes Emerges

Astronomers discover a planet outside our solar system with Earth's size and active volcanic landmass.
Jared AdamsbyJared Adams
May 18, 2023 2:45 pm KST

In an extraordinary revelation, astronomers have unveiled a planet beyond our solar system that bears a striking resemblance to Earth in size and mass. This captivating celestial body boasts a captivating feature—an extensive landmass teeming with fiery volcanic activity.

The remarkable discovery was made by an international research team led by the University of Montreal. Through meticulous observations, they determined that the planet named “LP 791-18 d” orbits at a distance of approximately 86 light-years from Earth. Astonishingly, its radius and mass align precisely with those of our own planet, offering an unprecedented opportunity for scientific exploration. The team believes that this planet’s geology and volcanic behavior could provide crucial insights into the formation and evolution of terrestrial worlds. The groundbreaking findings were recently unveiled in the prestigious journal Nature.

Dubbed as planet “d,” this captivating world revolves around a diminutive and less luminous star compared to our sun. Its orbital period is a mere 2.8 days, showcasing its close proximity to the host star. Remarkably, it has companions in its stellar neighborhood—planets “b” and “c.” Planet “b” is roughly 20% larger than Earth and whizzes around its star in less than a day, while planet “c” boasts a size 2.5 times that of Earth with an orbital period of 5 days. The latest discovery, planet “d,” orbits in such close proximity to planet “c” that the distance between them is a mere 1.5 million kilometers, a remarkable 33 times closer than the closest approach of Mars to Earth.

The research team postulates that the close interaction between planets “d” and “c” results in an elliptical orbit for planet “d,” leading to substantial heat generation within its core. Consequently, the planet’s surface is believed to be adorned with a captivating landscape of active volcanoes. Beneath its crust, magma seas roil and overflow, releasing tremendous amounts of heat and possibly culminating in the formation of a fascinating atmosphere. Scientists are even exploring the tantalizing possibility of water existing on the surface of planet “d,” hinting at the potential for habitability.

By meticulously analyzing the gravitational effects of planets “d” and “c” during their close encounters, the research team successfully estimated the mass of planet “d.” Leveraging 67 data points from these interactions, they revealed that its density closely matches that of Earth. In contrast, planet “c” is believed to be predominantly composed of gases, evoking comparisons to our own Neptune.

This breathtaking discovery propels our understanding of the vastness and diversity of planets beyond our solar system. The uncanny similarities between Earth and planet “d” inspire us to delve deeper into the mysteries of the cosmos, igniting our imagination about the potential for life to exist in the far reaches of the universe. The quest to explore and comprehend these distant worlds is an awe-inspiring endeavor that invites us to ponder the immense possibilities that lie beyond our own celestial abode.

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