Planets orbiting close to their sun usually have their atmospheres stripped away, but there’s always the chance of an atmospheric shell composed of light gases like carbon dioxide. In the case of LHS 475 b, scientists are trying to unravel any such possibilities. More precise data is required to solve the mystery, with additional spectrum measurements slated to arrive in the summer of 2023.
“A 100% carbon dioxide atmosphere is so much more compact that it becomes very challenging to detect,” says Jacob Lustig-Yaeger from the research team behind the discovery (via NASA).
For now, the team is looking at multiple scenarios regarding atmospheric presence on LHS 475 b. The only certainty is that this exoplanet can’t possibly maintain a dense atmosphere akin to the methane-heavy conditions on Titan, one of Saturn’s natural satellites. What they are certain about is the fact this is just the start of exoplanet discoveries made using the Webb telescope, especially those covering Earth-like planets beyond our solar system.
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