Earth-like exoplanet could have life-supporting water on its surface
Researchers confirmed LHS 1140b, an Earth-like exoplanet 49 light years away, possesses an atmosphere potentially supporting liquid water. Dr. Collin Cherubim stated it marks the first direct identification of atmospheric species on a rocky exoplanet in the habitable zone. The discovery positions LHS 1140b as a promising candidate for astrobiology studies outside our solar system.
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Published 16 Jul 2026, 18:00 UTC · Updated 16 Jul 2026, 18:10 UTC
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