Summary:
- The most common type of exoplanet, known as a super-Earth, is a planet that is larger than Earth but smaller than Neptune. These planets have been difficult to observe until the launch of the James Webb Space Telescope (JWST).
- The JWST is a powerful new telescope that can detect the faint signals from super-Earths, allowing scientists to study their atmospheres and learn more about their composition and potential for habitability.
- With the JWST's advanced capabilities, researchers can now study a wider range of exoplanets, including those that are difficult to observe, and gain a better understanding of the diversity of planetary systems in our universe.