US EditionMore Questions About Life on Exoplanet K2-18b
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Astronomers question the extraterrestrial life indices on the exoplanet K2-18b detected by the James Webb telescope. New studies contest the presence of biosignatures in the atmosphere of this celestial body.
Located 124 light-years from the Earth, the exoplanet is the subject of lively debates among scientists.
More Questions About Life on Exoplanet K2-18b
Whenever scientists present new research showing potential biosignatures on an exoplanet, follow-up articles spread like ripples on a pond. Mainstream media usually runs with it, which shows how the issue captures people's attention. The issue of life on other worlds is a compelling one. This is what happened recently with the exoplanet K2-18b.
The year 2025 marks a turning point in space exploration with the long-awaited revelation of the mysteries surrounding the exoplanet K2-18b. Located light-years from our solar system, this planet has long attracted scientific interest due to its unique characteristics and potential to support life. Recent discoveries regarding biosignatures […] The article Exoplanet K2-18b: Mystery of biosignatures finally revealed in 2025 appeared first on The …
Is there life on distant planet K2-18b? Scientists say it's too soon to tell
In April, the scientific world—and the public—was abuzz with the thrilling news that a distant planet called K2-18b might show signs of life. Researchers from Cambridge had analyzed data from NASA’s powerful James Webb Space Telescope and believed they had spotted a molecule in the planet’s atmosphere called dimethyl sulfide. On Earth, this molecule is […] The post Is there life on distant planet K2-18b? Scientists say it’s too soon to tell appe…
When astronomers announced last month, they could have discovered the most promising clues of extraterrestrial life to date on a distant planet, the rare good news suggested that humanity could soon learn that we are not alone in the universe. But several recent studies examining the same [...]
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