Updated 20 March 2025 at 13:12 IST

'Enaiposha' New Mysterious Planet Discovered in Our Solar System

To space enthusiasts surprise, astronomers have discovered a new planet in our solar system called ‘Enaiposha’.

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Science: To space enthusiasts surprise, astronomers have discovered a new planet in our solar system called ‘Enaiposha’. According to scientists, Enaiposha is about 47 light-years away from the Sun. This extraordinary celestial body challenges everything we know about planetary science.

‘Enaiposha’ A Strange Planet Discovered  

GJ 1214 b, nicknamed Enaiposha, is a planet discovered 47 light-years away that has been reclassified from a mini-Neptune to a "super-Venus" due to its atmosphere rich in carbon dioxide and aerosols. This reclassification was made possible with new data from the James Webb Space Telescope, highlighting its unique composition that consists of no hydrogen.  

'Enaiposha' new planet discovered in our solar system

Enaiposha has gained the attention of space enthusiasts due to its distinctive features that separate it from planets familiar to us. The planet is discovered to be laced with rare gases never documented before and shimmering hues that make it appear like a cosmic gemstone; Enaiposha defies our expectations of planetary composition. 

Scientists have reported that the planet’s surface temperature displays dramatic variations that range from boiling to freezing within hours due to its highly eccentric orbit. This phenomenon creates visually stunning but scientifically baffling patterns of weather and terrain that remain under investigation.

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Habitat Possibilities? 
Scientists are particularly intrigued by hints of chemical processes on Enaiposha that suggest the possibility of unique prebiotic activity. Though Enaiposha does not meet the typical conditions for life as we know it, researchers believe its unusual environment could pave the way for discoveries about alternative biochemistry. These insights may redefine our understanding of habitability in the universe.

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New Member in Our Solar System
As excitement builds, astronomers and astrophysicists across the world are studying Enaiposha using advanced telescopes and space probes. The findings from Enaiposha could revolutionise planetary science and provide a new lens through which we view the cosmos.

Published By : Rishi Shukla

Published On: 20 March 2025 at 13:12 IST