Webb telescope finds potential exoplanet near Earth

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The James Webb Space Telescope has detected strong evidence of a new exoplanet orbiting Alpha Centauri A, Earth's closest sun-like star. This potential gas giant, located just four light-years away, is significantly fainter than its star and resides in the star's habitable zone. If confirmed, it would be the closest imaged planet to its host star. The discovery adds to the intrigue of the Alpha Centauri system, which already hosts two known exoplanets around Proxima Centauri. Further observations are planned for confirmation.


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