First Earth-Like Atmosphere Discovered | Adelaide News

Astronomers have just found the first confirmed atmosphere on a rocky, Earth-sized planet beyond our solar system — and it’s in the perfect zone for life. LHS 1140 b, slightly larger than Earth and five times its mass, orbits its star in the “Goldilocks” zone where liquid water could exist. Scientists are thrilled — this is the best candidate yet for finding alien life, thanks to its potential atmosphere that could regulate climate, shield from radiation, and trap water. Using a novel technique that detects escaping helium — usually invisible on small planets — they confirmed the presence of an atmosphere. This breakthrough opens the door to hunting similar worlds across the galaxy, marking a major leap in our search for life beyond Earth. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/2862e03d79408940