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‘Super-Earths’ May Be Surprisingly Common, Scientists Reveal : ScienceAlert

Last updated: May 4, 2025 8:00 pm
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Earth-like Exoplanets Could Be More Common Than Previously Thought

Recent findings by astronomers suggest that Earth-like exoplanets may be more prevalent in the Milky Way galaxy than previously believed. A new study led by astrophysicist Weicheng Zang from the Harvard and Smithsonian Center for Astrophysics has revealed the existence of a super-Earth in a location where only much larger planets had been detected before.

The discovery of this super-Earth, which falls between the size of Earth and Neptune, challenges previous assumptions about the distribution of exoplanets in our galaxy. By analyzing data from the Korea Microlensing Telescope Network (KMTNet) survey, the researchers were able to identify planetary demographics that suggest super-Earths can exist in orbits similar to those of gas giants in our own Solar System.

The study utilized gravitational microlensing, a phenomenon where a massive object acts as a lens and bends light from a background source, causing a temporary increase in brightness. This technique, although rare, is effective in detecting exoplanets located at greater distances from their host stars.

Co-author Andrew Gould from Ohio State University commented on the significance of the findings, stating that the study reveals a diverse range of exoplanets in both close and far orbits within planetary systems. This diversity challenges the notion that planetary systems resemble our own Solar System.

illustration comparing exoplanets of various masses
An illustration of super-Earths relative to gas giants. (Westlake University)

Although the term ‘super-Earth’ refers to the planet’s mass rather than its habitability, the study provides valuable insights into planetary formation and distribution in the Milky Way. Co-author Youn Kil Jung from the Korea Astronomy and Space Science Institute emphasized the importance of these findings in expanding our understanding of exoplanets in different orbital configurations.

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The study, published in Science, underscores the need for further research to gather more data on exoplanets. Despite the challenges of detecting microlensing events, the potential wealth of information they can provide about exoplanets makes the effort worthwhile.

In conclusion, the study’s findings suggest a rich diversity of exoplanets throughout the Milky Way, shedding light on the complexities of planetary systems beyond our own. As technology advances and observational techniques improve, astronomers are hopeful that more discoveries await in the vast expanse of the galaxy.

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