Scientists have come up with their first weather report for a super-Earth -- a type of planet two to 10 times bigger than Earth that doesn't exist in our solar system, but which holds much promise in the search for extraterrestrial life.
GJ 1214b, located about 40 light-years from Earth, could be a water world, with an atmosphere of dense steam. It may also be a mini-Neptune with an atmosphere of hydrogen topped by thick clouds.
Full story at Discovery News.
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