Exoplanet discoveries refer to the identification and study of planets located outside our solar system, orbiting stars other than the Sun. These planets, known as exoplanets, can vary in size, composition, and distance from their host stars. The process of discovering exoplanets involves various methods, including the transit method, where the dimming of a star indicates a planet passing in front of it, and the radial velocity method, which detects wobbles in a star’s motion due to gravitational effects from an orbiting planet. Since the first confirmed exoplanet discovery in the 1990s, thousands of exoplanets have been detected, expanding our understanding of planetary systems and the potential for life beyond Earth. The field of exoplanet research continues to grow rapidly with advancements in technology and observational techniques, driving interest in the characteristics of these distant worlds, their atmospheres, and their potential habitability.
With its enchanting, candy floss-like appearance, the exoplanet WASP-107 b has captured the attention of researchers. Situated 200 light years away from Earth in the Virgo constellation, WASP-107 b is…