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This diagram compares our own solar system to Kepler-22
This diagram compares our own solar system to Kepler-22, a star system containing the first habitable zone planet discovered by NASAs Kepler mission. The habitable zone is the sweet spot around a star where temperatures are right for water to exist in its liquid form. Liquid water is essential for life on Earth.
Kepler-22s star is a bit smaller than our sun, so its habitable zone is slightly closer in. The diagram shows an artists rendering of the planet comfortably orbiting within the habitable zone, similar to where Earth circles the sun. Kepler-22b has a yearly orbit of 289 days. The planet is the smallest known to orbit in the middle of the habitable zone of a sun-like star. Its about 2.4 times the size of Earth
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This print showcases a fascinating comparison between our very own solar system and the remarkable Kepler-22 star system. Within this diagram, we are introduced to Kepler-22b, an exoplanet located within the habitable zone of its star. The habitable zone refers to that perfect region around a star where conditions are ideal for liquid water to exist - a crucial ingredient for life as we know it. Kepler-22's star is slightly smaller than our sun, resulting in its habitable zone being positioned closer in. In this artist's rendering, we witness Kepler-22b gracefully orbiting within its habitable zone, reminiscent of Earth's relationship with the sun. With an orbital period of 289 days, Kepler-22b holds the distinction of being the smallest known planet situated right in the middle of a sun-like star's habitable zone - measuring approximately 2.4 times larger than Earth. The image itself is a stunning digital creation that transports us into the realm of space exploration and astrophysics. It beautifully captures the essence of planetary systems and their intricate dynamics while igniting our curiosity about distant worlds beyond our own. As we delve deeper into cosmology and astrobiology, discoveries like these fuel our imagination and inspire further scientific exploration into uncharted territories.
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