Scientists just discovered a planet outside of our solar system that has water in the atmosphere around it. This planet is orbiting a star called tau Boötis and is about the size of Jupiter.
This discovery helps scientists realize that there could be more planets like Earth that could exist in the universe.
This discovery helps scientists realize that there could be more planets like Earth that could exist in the universe.
Scientists found the water in the atmosphere by using this new method called infrared radiation. These wavelengths are able to penetrate the atmosphere (not literally). It makes the telescope able to see through atmospheres with large amounts of dust or gas. Then the scientists can see any water in the This is how the scientists can see the water molecules.
Overall, this is a fascination story that will expand the human knowledge of the universe.
Learn more at: http://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2014/02/140225101737.htm
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