Astronomers using the Very Large Telescope (VLT) in Chile have mapped the three-dimensional structure of WASP-121b’s atmosphere, identifying distinct wind patterns across different layers.

A paper published in 2023 spurred discussion about whether life exists on an exoplanet named K2-18b. Two years later, the ...

Understanding how the atmosphere works is crucial to everyday life. For example, pilots consider how the different layers affect an aircraft’s performance during flight. Planes carrying ...