The Trappist-1 exoplanets could be worlds of water or rust
The Trappist-1 exoplanets are comprised of similar materials to Earth but their lower density could indicate radically different worlds.
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Exoplanet researcher awarded for groundbreaking work
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TRAPPIST-1, the dwarf star with seven Earth-sized planets, is older than our solar system
This could be both good and bad for potential extraterrestrial life.
If there’s any life in the Trappist-1 system it’s likely been planet-hopping, scientists say
Nothing like a good ol' meteorite impact to kickstart life.
Twitterers compete with suggestions for newly discovered exoplanets’ names — hilarity ensues
Anyone care to wager which name popped up instantly?