Scientists from Pennsylvania State University have discovered an exoplanet that is too large to fit current ideas about the laws of space. This is stated in a study published in the journal. Science.
According to scientists’ findings, the existence of exoplanet LHS 3154 cannot be explained using classical planet formation models. The mass of the planet exceeds the mass of the Earth by 13 times. It also orbits a very cool dwarf star that is nine times smaller than the Sun.
“This is the first time a planet with such a large mass has been seen orbiting a star with such a low mass,” the material says.
It was noted that this discovery revealed doubts in the theory of the formation of stars and planets in the Universe. According to computer analyses, the mass and dust/gas ratio of the star LHS 3154 would have to exceed 10 times the observed value for such a giant planet to emerge.
Before reportedA rare system of six rhythmically rotating planets has been discovered. Moreover reportedAstronomers have discovered seven hot exoplanets thanks to the Kepler telescope.
Formerly “James Webb” discovered Organic gas and water on an exoplanet in the constellation Aquila.