Astronomers discover Earth-like planet

Astronomers say they have for the first time spotted a planet in what is sometimes called "the Goldilocks zone" - an area where conditions to support life are just right.

Astronomers discover Earth-like planet

Astronomers say they have for the first time spotted a planet in what is sometimes called "the Goldilocks zone" - an area where conditions to support life are just right.

Not too far from its star, and not too close, so it could contain liquid water. The planet itself is neither too big nor too small for the proper surface, gravity and atmosphere. Just like Earth.

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