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Artist's concept of exoplanet HD 80606 b near periastron

Artist's concept of exoplanet HD 80606 b near periastron
Artist's concept of exoplanet HD 80606 b near periastron An illustration of HD 80606 b during its closest approach to its host star. The planet's atmosphere transitions from a searing glow on the star-facing hemisphere to deep darkness on the far side, capturing the extreme flash-heating event discussed in this episode. NASA, ESA, CSA, Joseph Olmsted (STScI)