Discovery of 24 "Superhabitable" Planets
Planets Better For Life Than Earth Source: NASA New Scientific Discovery Scientists have discovered 24 "superhabitable" planets with conditions better for life than on Earth and with stars better than our Sun. The research was led by a team at Washington State University. The planets are warmer, wetter, larger and older than the Earth. The scientists used a set of criteria to identify the "superhabitable" planets including presence of water, mild temperature and atmospheric conditions, among others. Space Targets For the Search For Life The 24 planets are 100 light years away from the Earth. The scientists say their findings serve as targets for the next generation of telescopes to explore for signs of life. The scientists believe these 24 planet...