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The Skeptics Guide #1023 - Feb 15 2025

The Skeptics' Guide to the Universe

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Discovery of a Nearby Super Earth

This chapter explores the discovery of a super Earth exoplanet located just 20 light years away from our solar system, within a star's habitable zone. It discusses the implications of its characteristics, including potential for liquid water and the challenges posed by the host star's low metallicity. The chapter also examines the technological hurdles for exploring this planet and the conditions necessary for supporting life.

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