An international team of scientists has announced the discovery of two new planets that are approximately 2.5 times larger than Earth, Phys reports.
The researchers analyzed observations from the TESS space telescope, focusing on nearby stars, and identified the presence of these planets, named TOI-2084 b and TOI-4184 b. Although they are classified as sub-Neptunes, their exact status is yet to be determined.
Sub-Neptunes are a common type of exoplanet, but there is still much to learn about their formation, atmospheric composition, and internal structure. Despite the limited information available, scientists continue to study these exoplanets in order to gain further insights.
TOI-2084 b, located 372 light-years away from Earth, orbits a star that is about two times smaller than the Sun. The average temperature on this planet is estimated to be 253°C, making it 2.47 times hotter than Earth. It completes a full orbit around its star in just six days.
On the other hand, TOI-4184 b is situated approximately 225 light-years away from our planet. Its host star is about four times smaller than the Sun. The average temperature on TOI-4184 b is around 138°C, and it is 2.43 times larger than Earth. This planet completes its orbit in just five days.
These discoveries contribute to our expanding knowledge of exoplanets and offer valuable insights into the diversity of planetary systems beyond our own.
