The Atmosphere of a Habitable Zone Rocky planet (IMAGE)

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The Atmosphere of a Habitable Zone Rocky planet

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In this artist’s concept, the exoplanet LHS 1140 b is shown in the foreground, surrounded by a helium-rich atmosphere. Another nearby rocky planet orbits the same cool red dwarf star in the distance. A new study provides the strongest evidence yet that LHS 1140 b has retained an atmosphere, representing a milestone step toward the discovery of Earth-like rocky planets beyond our solar system. 

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Credit: Melissa Weiss/CfA

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