NASA will use the James Webb space telescope to study our universe more in-depth, starting with these super-Earth planets in its first year.
have provided unparalleled detail, giving us a deeper look at the universe. As NASA works on finalizing those calibrations, the agency is already preparing for the craft’s first year of studies. One of the first things on the list is a more in-depth study of two super-Earth planets.Illustration showing how LHS 3844 b and 55 Cancri e compare to Earth and Neptune.
The star has one side of this super-Earth planet locked in constant, searing daylight. Eternal darkness bathes the other side in black. NASA hopes Webb can detect more about 55 Cancri e’s atmosphere. Scientists also believe the planet could rain lava; another factor Webb will be able to study closer.
This planet also orbits extremely close to its star, completing an orbit circuit in just 11 hours. However, because its star is so small and cold, the planet isn’t hot enough for the surface to melt.
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