Alien solar systems have diverse planets from "summary" of Exoplanets and Alien Solar Systems by Tahir Yaqoob
The variety of planets discovered in alien solar systems is truly remarkable. These distant worlds come in all shapes and sizes, ranging from massive gas giants to small, rocky terrestrial planets. Some planets orbit close to their parent stars, while others are located in the outer reaches of the system. The diversity of these alien planets challenges our preconceived notions about what a solar system should look like. One of the most intriguing aspects of exoplanets is their composition. Some planets are composed primarily of rock and metal, similar to Earth and the other rocky planets in our own solar system. Others are predominantly made up of gas, with thick atmospheres of hydrogen, helium, and other elements. Still, others are a mix of both, with rocky cores surrounded by thick atmospheres of gas. The climates and surface conditions of these al...
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