Astronomy Picture of the Day · December 7, 2011

Kepler 22b: An Almost Earth Orbiting an Almost Sun

The Astronomy Picture of the Day for December 7, 2011 is “Kepler 22b: An Almost Earth Orbiting an Almost Sun,” an image. It is credited to Illustration Credit: NASA / Ames / JPL-Caltech. The original explanation runs about 145 words.

From the explanation

“It’s the closest match to Earth that has yet been found. Recently discovered planet Kepler 22b has therefore instantly become the best place to find life outside our Solar System.”

— APOD editors, December 7, 2011

Read the full explanation on science.nasa.gov

At a glance

Date: December 7, 2011
Type: Image
Credit: Credit: Illustration Credit: NASA / Ames / JPL-Caltech
Copyright: No copyright notice on the entry. Check the credited institution’s own usage rules before reusing it.
Explanation length: About 145 words

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Source

Astronomy Picture of the Day, December 7, 2011 — science.nasa.gov/image-article/apod-2011-december-7-kepler-22b-an-almost-earth-orbiting-an-almost-sun

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