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Webb finds lava planet with reflective atmosphere defying theory

Silicate clouds and molten ocean explain atmospheric survival

2 Oct 27 · 12d ago · 3 articles · 1 post · 3 sources · development 2 of 2

Researchers propose that reflective silicate mineral clouds (silicon dioxide and magnesium silicate) form over the dayside and act as a sunscreen, preventing extreme surface heating. Simultaneously, the planet's global ocean of molten rock may function as a planet-wide volcano, continuously releasing gases to replenish the atmosphere—solving the puzzle of why it has not dissipated.

Silicate clouds and molten ocean explain atmospheric survival
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“This raises major questions such as whether the planet started with an unusually large supply of gases or if the ocean of molten rock covering its surface, acts as a planet-wide volcano that is constantly feeding its atmosphere.”

Dr. Anjali Piette

Dr. Anjali Piette Lead researcher, University of BirminghamJames Webb Space Telescope team International research collaboration

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Reported in the same hours no headline names this development itself — these 2 claims were published in its stretch

  1. 1 outlet A lava planet that should be bare rock reflects 74% of its starlight, Webb finds

    first by Martin Cid Magazine, 12d ago

  2. 1 outlet James Webb discovers a scorching lava planet with a “giant sunscreen”

    first by Science Daily, 12d ago

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