For centuries, humanity has looked to the stars with wonder, dreaming of life beyond Earth. Now, a breakthrough discovery may bring us closer to that cosmic mystery!
Scientists from the Chinese mainland and Germany have identified Kepler-725c, a super-Earth about 10 times the mass of Earth. Orbiting its sun-like star every 207.5 days and located 2,472 light-years away, this distant world sits in the star's habitable zone—where conditions might allow liquid water to exist. Liquid water is essential for life as we know it, sparking our imagination about extraterrestrial possibilities.
Detected using the Transit Timing Variation method, this stellar find ignites excitement among space enthusiasts and curious minds alike. Whether you’re a budding scientist or just love a good cosmic adventure, Kepler-725c invites us all to keep exploring and dreaming big. 🚀✨
Reference(s):
Scientists locate super-Earth planet in sun-like star's habitable zone
cgtn.com
