K2-18b is an exoplanet located in the constellation Leo, approximately 124 light-years away from Earth. It orbits the star K2-18, which is a red dwarf star. Discovered during the Kepler Space Telescope’s K2 mission, K2-18b is notable for being within the habitable zone of its star, where conditions may allow for the presence of liquid water. The planet is classified as a sub-Neptune or super-Earth due to its size and mass, which are larger than Earth’s but smaller than that of Neptune. K2-18b has garnered interest for its potential to host life and for the study of atmospheric composition, as it may have a significant atmosphere that could be analyzed for signs of habitability.
Scientists are eagerly awaiting the launch of a new space telescope that aims to confirm a significant finding regarding the distant exoplanet K2-18b. Known as "The Explorer," this innovative telescope…