Extrasolar planet, artwork
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Extrasolar planet, artwork
Extrasolar planet. Computer artwork of a planet orbiting a binary system of red dwarf stars. A red dwarf is smaller and cooler than our own Sun, emitting little light. Red dwarf stars are the most numerous form of star in the universe. An Earth-like planet orbiting a red dwarf may sustain life if it is close enough to obtain sufficient solar energy. At this close distance however, the planet becomes tidally locked and does not rotate, creating a world that is perpetually light and hot on one side, and dark and frozen on the other side. The optimum conditions for life would exist in the narrow region between night and day
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This artwork depicts an extrasolar planet orbiting a binary system of red dwarf stars. Red dwarfs, smaller and cooler than our own Sun, are the most abundant type of star in the universe. The planet showcased here holds the potential for sustaining life if it resides at a close enough distance to receive sufficient solar energy. However, this proximity comes with a unique consequence: tidal locking. As a result, one side of the planet is perpetually bathed in scorching light while the other remains frozen in eternal darkness. In this delicate balance between night and day lies the narrow region where optimal conditions for life may exist. The artist's imagination brings to life an alien world that challenges our understanding of habitable environments beyond Earth. This mesmerizing illustration invites us to contemplate what might be possible on distant planets orbiting red dwarf stars. As we delve into cosmology and explore astronomical wonders like these, we gain insight into the vastness and diversity of our universe. Science Photo Library continues to inspire with their exceptional collection of scientific images that ignite curiosity about space exploration and push boundaries within our understanding of planetary systems far beyond our reach.
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