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Why Lava Worlds Shine Brightly (It's Not the Lava)

Aug 12, 2020 · 3 min
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Scientists determined that “lava world” exoplanets do not derive their brightness from molten rock but possibly get it from reflective metallic clouds. Christopher Intagliata reports.

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