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LHS 1140b becomes first rocky exoplanet in habitable zone with atmosphere

LHS 1140b becomes first rocky exoplanet in habitable zone with atmosphere

A study has identified a helium-rich atmosphere on LHS 1140b, a rocky planet orbiting a red dwarf star. It is the first rocky planet in a habitable zone to meet all primary criteria for potential habitability.

Tech & Science ·18 Jul 2026, 01:01 ·Daniel Okafor 4 min read