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Astronomers discover two Jupiter-sized super-puff planets

Astronomers discover two Jupiter-sized super-puff planets

Researchers have identified a pair of low-density exoplanets, TOI-791 b and c, that challenge existing theories on how planetary systems form and evolve.

Science ·4 Jul 2026, 17:36 ·Niko Vale 3 min read
Astronomers found two rare super puff planets lighter than cotton candy

Astronomers found two rare super puff planets lighter than cotton candy

Researchers have identified two giant exoplanets with densities comparable to shaving foam, marking them as some of the lightest worlds ever discovered. These rare super-puffs challenge existing models regarding how giant planets form.

Science ·27 Jun 2026, 03:31 ·Niko Vale 2 min read