Artists concept of the smallest star known to host a planet

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Artists concept of the smallest star known to host a planet

This artists concept shows the smallest star known to host a planet. The planet, called VB 10b, was discovered using astrometry, a method in which the wobble induced by a planet on its star is measured precisely on the sky. The dim, red star, called VB 10, is a so-called M-dwarf, located 20 light-years away in the constellation Aquila. It has only one-twelfth the mass, and one-tenth the size, of our sun. The planet is a gas giant similar in size to Jupiter but with six times the mass. Though the planet is less massive than its star, the two orbs would have a similar diameter. VB 10b orbits its star about every 9 months at a distance of 30 million miles. aš

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This print showcases the artist's concept of the smallest star ever discovered to host a planet. The star, known as VB 10, is a dim and red M-dwarf located in the constellation Aquila, approximately 20 light-years away from us. With only one-twelfth the mass and one-tenth the size of our sun, VB 10 is truly remarkable. Accompanying this diminutive star is its planetary companion called VB 10b. This gas giant resembles Jupiter in size but possesses six times its mass. Surprisingly, despite being less massive than its star, both celestial bodies share a similar diameter. VB 10b orbits around its stellar counterpart every nine months at an impressive distance of 30 million miles. This extraordinary discovery was made possible through astrometry—a precise method that measures the wobble induced by a planet on its host star. The image itself presents a visually stunning rendition of these cosmic objects against the backdrop of outer space. The vibrant red hue emitted by VB 10 adds to their ethereal beauty and radiance. This digital composite serves as a testament to humanity's continuous exploration and understanding of distant worlds beyond our own solar system. It highlights not only the diversity present within planetary systems but also emphasizes how even small stars can harbor fascinating celestial companions like VB 10b—an awe-inspiring example of nature's grandeur captured by Stocktrek Images.

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