Unexplainable What’s the James Webb telescope searching for?
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Jul 20, 2022 Explore the groundbreaking discoveries of the James Webb Space Telescope, from stunning images of distant galaxies to the extreme lava planet K2-141b. Delve into the potential for extraterrestrial life and the cosmic history of the universe, observing ancient starlight as researchers contemplate our place in it. The podcast also highlights future innovations in space observation and reflects on humanity's connection to the cosmos, reminding us that we are all made of stardust.
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Lava Planet Research
- Lisa Dang, using the Webb, will study K2-141b, a lava planet with extreme conditions.
- This planet, with lava oceans and rock clouds, provides a unique research opportunity.
Atmosphere Hunting
- Studying extreme planets like the lava planet helps refine atmospheric analysis techniques.
- This prepares scientists for studying more Earth-like planets and their potential for life.
Predicting Atmospheres
- Scientists are investigating if the relationship between a planet's size, temperature, and atmosphere presence observed in our solar system applies universally.
- This helps narrow down the search for habitable planets among billions.