Der Spiegel breaking report: Closest star to our sun may have an Earth-like companion

in #science • 8 years ago (edited)

Credit: ESO/L. Calçada

Der Spiegel reported

The yet unnamed planet is presumably Earthlike and moves apparently so favorable distance to Proxima Centauri, that on its surface liquid water could exist - which is an important requirement for the emergence of life. Never before Scientists came across a possible second Earth, which is so close. (translation by Google Translate)

Proxima Centauri, is just 4.25 light-years away, with the planet orbiting within the sun’s habitable or Goldilocks zone. 

Universe today covers the story here.

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