Types of Exoplanets

Each planet type varies in appearance, depending on its composition. Discover the diverse and fascinating world of exoplanets, from gas giants to terrestrial wonders.

an artist's rendering of a planet with a star in the background

Gas Giants

Planets the size of Saturn or Jupiter, or even larger. Some, like hot Jupiters, orbit so closely to their stars that their temperatures soar into the thousands of degrees.

an artist's impression of two planets in front of a star

Neptune-like Planets

Similar in size to Neptune or Uranus, with a hydrogen and helium-dominated outer atmosphere and rocky cores. Includes mini-Neptunes, which donot exist in our solar system.

a black hole with a blue ring around it

Super-Earths

Terrestrial planets more massive than Earth, but lighter than Neptune. Some have atmospheres, while others may be barren rock worlds.

a picture of saturn taken from space with the moon in the background

Terrestrial Planets

Earth-sized and smaller planets composed of rock, silicate, water, or carbon. These planets may possess atmospheres, oceans, or even signs of habitability.

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