Model Finds Exoplanet Capable Of Supporting Life

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LJK — 7/26/2006 9:40:46 PM (archived)

Model Finds Exoplanet Capable Of Supporting Life

Seattle WA (SPX) Jul 26, 2006

The steady discovery of giant planets orbiting stars other than the Sun has heightened speculation that there could be Earth-type worlds in nearby planetary systems capable of sustaining life.

http://www.spacedaily.com/reports/Model_Finds_Exoplanet_Capable_Of_Supporting_Life_999.html

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