Astronomers highlighted new findings on LHS 1140b, a rocky exoplanet located 48-49 light-years away in the constellation Cetus[cite: 146, 164]. It is considered a robust candidate for having a water-rich atmosphere within its star's habitable zone[cite: 146, 165].
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LHS 1140b — Rocky exoplanet in possible habitable zone [cite: 146]
Key Points
- Astronomers highlighted new findings on LHS 1140b, a rocky exoplanet located 48-49 light-years away in the constellation Cetus[cite: 146, 164]
- It is considered a robust candidate for having a water-rich atmosphere within its star's habitable zone[cite: 146, 165]
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• Exoplanet: LHS 1140b [cite: 146, 164]. • Distance: 48-49 light-years (Constellation Cetus) [cite: 146, 164]. • Key feature: Rocky planet in a possible habitable zone, potential water-rich atmosphere[cite: 146, 165].
