Free-floating planets, also known as rogue planets, are planets that do not orbit a star. Instead, they exist in interstellar space, having either formed independently in a protoplanetary disk or been ejected from their original star system due to gravitational interactions. These planets can vary in size and composition, similar to those in star systems, and can range from small terrestrial planets to large gas giants. Free-floating planets are difficult to detect because they do not emit light and are not illuminated by a nearby star. Their study provides insights into planetary formation and dynamics, as well as the potential for life in environments far from stellar light.
NASA's James Webb Space Telescope has made a groundbreaking discovery that may shed light on the mysterious realm of free-floating planets. These celestial bodies, untethered to any star, have long…