Ross 128b - Planet 'twin' with Earth and things to know

Recently, the Southern European observatory has discovered that a planet outside the Solar System has favorable conditions for human beings to live, and they call the planet Ross 128b.

Ross 128b orbits a star in the constellation Virgin, about 11 light-years from the Solar System.

With features such as mass and surface temperature close to Earth, observers say Ross 128b promises to be a place where people can live.

What will the climate on Ross 128b look like?

Scientists spoke in magazines Astronomy and Astrophysics that at this time they are uncertain about the climate on Ross 128b. It may be like the climate on earth with water and even oxygen. However, it may be more similar to the post-Venus period: a lot of toxic gas.

What is the weather on Ross 128b?

Winter can be very bad weather, but in return, summer weather is extremely wonderful.

Suppose, this newly discovered planet's climate is similar to Earth. With the distance from the dwarf to his orbit, Ross 128b will receive about 38% more radiation than Earth. This will help the climate to be mild, ranging from 76 to 68 degrees Fahrenheit, equivalent to 20 to 24 degrees Celsius. Therefore, winters can be very bad in the winter, but in return, the weather season Summer is amazing.

Average 1 year on Ross 128b

Average 1 year on this planet will be very short. Due to its proximity to the red dwarf, the annual average on Ross 128 will last only 9.9 days. So maybe we will have to adjust some things about age. (The average person 21 years old on earth will be 774 on Ross 128b).

This planet is located in the Goldilocks area (area of ​​life).

One of the big questions about this planet with newly discovered earth. The Goldilocks area, also known as the living area, consists of planets warm enough for liquids like water to exist on the surface. Planets that meet these criteria are rare and necessary for humans. Although Ross 128b is thought to be quite moderate, astronomers believe that they are still not sure whether they can reside on the planet. It is also difficult for them to find the answer, at least until 2024 when the new, stronger telescope is put to use. From there, they can analyze Ross 128b.

So when can we "carry the suitcase" and move to Ross 128b?

Currently, we still cannot answer this question. But with the development of science and technology as well as the coming of the new powerful telescope, maybe the "move" through other planets will soon be made.