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We may be able to see mountains and valleys on distant worlds

We may be able to see mountains and valleys on distant worlds

12 January 2018

If alien planets have canyons and mountains like ours, we may be able to catch a glimpse of them in an exoplanet’s shadow as it passes in front of its star
Exoplanet transit

Hidden exoplanets could be revealed by echoing light

11 January 2018

Reflected light from a star’s flares may help us find otherwise invisible worlds. These exoplanets could be hit by powerful blasts, but may still host life

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