Water found in hot planet's orbit

Scientists say they have found evidence for water vapour in the atmosphere of a planet 63 light-years from Earth.

The "hot Jupiter" planet's surface temperatures exceed 900C.

Writing in the journal Nature, the scientists say their discovery may help find planets that can support life.

In a separate study, the US space agency (Nasa) says it has found carbon dioxide in the atmosphere of the same planet. Full Story »

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by Matt Collette - Dec. 12, 2008

Not only does this story explain a new discovery by scientists, it explains how they were able to determine so much just by observing the planet through a telescope.

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