The planet is located around 1,000 light-years from Earth and experiences average temperatures of more than 1,800 degrees Fahrenheit.
The planet, which is located around 1,000 light-years from Earth, has such a short orbital period because it is extremely close to its star. In fact, it orbits at a distance which is only double that of the star's diameter.
Given its proximity to the star, NGTS-10b is being subjected to powerful gravitational forces that will eventually lead to the planet's destruction, the authors said. NGTS identifies new planets using the"transit method," which involves looking for periodic dips in the brightness of stars. This can be a sign that a planet has passed in front of the star.
"Although in theory hot Jupiters with short orbital periods—less than 24 hours—are the easiest to detect due to their large size and frequent transits, they have proven to be extremely rare. Of the hundreds of hot Jupiters currently known there are only seven that have an orbital period of less than one day," he said.Mark Garlick/University of Warwick
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