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Scorching Neptune-size world is way too massive for astronomers to explain

Charles Q. Choi

30/08/2023 Reading 5 min

Source de l'article : Space.com

Scorching Neptune-Size World Is Way Too Massive For Astronomers To Explain

Astronomers have unexpectedly discovered the heaviest Neptune-like planet yet — one four times more massive than our solar system's Neptune.

Weird dark spot on Neptune may have a bright spot buddy

Keith Cooper

24/08/2023 Reading 5 min

Source de l'article : Space.com

Weird Dark Spot On Neptune May Have A Bright Spot Buddy

A puzzling bright smudge was captured clinging to this dark spot in Neptune’s atmosphere.

4 elusive 'mini-Neptune' exoplanets discovered in a cosmic game of hide-and-seek

Robert Lea

14/06/2023 Reading 5 min

Source de l'article : Space.com

4 Elusive 'Mini-Neptune' Exoplanets Discovered In A Cosmic Game Of Hide-And-Seek

Astronomers spotted four elusive mini-Neptune planets with the exoplanet-hunting telescope CHEOPS.

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