The first known extrasolar planet in orbit around a Sun-like star was discovered in 1995. This object, as well as over two dozen subsequently detected extrasolar planets, were all identified by observ...
In the last several years, more than 30 planets have been discovered orbiting other stars. All discoveries to date have been by the radial velocity method whereby extremely small variations in the spe...
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The terms 'planet' and 'planet-like objects' are defined. The observational search for extrasolar planetary systems is described, as performable by earthbound optical telescopes, by space probes, by l...
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The terms 'planet' and 'planet-like objects' are defined. The observational search for extrasolar planetary systems is described, as performable by earthbound optical telescopes, by space probes, by l...
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In the last several years, more than 30 planets have been discovered orbiting other stars. All discoveries to date have been by the radial velocity method whereby extremely small variations in the spe...
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In this chapter we examine what can be learned about extrasolar planet atmospheres by concentrating on a class of planets that transit their parent stars. As discussed in the previous chapter, one way...