KELT-9b is an exoplanet discovered by scientists that orbits extremely close to its star, reaching temperatures above 4,000°C—hotter than lava—where even metals can vaporize, with one side experiencing perpetual daylight while the other remains in darkness; it was detected by studying changes in starlight.
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Scientists Found A Planet Hotter Than Lava 😱 #KELT9b #SpaceFacts #ShortsAdded:
What if I told [music] you scientists found a planet hotter than lava?
This alien world is called KELT-9b.
This planet exists [music] far beyond our solar system.
The KELT-9b orbits extremely close to its star.
Its temperature may rise above 4,000° C.
At this heat, even metals may turn into [music] vapor.
One side may burn in endless daylight, while the other remains in darkness.
The scientists [music] discovered it by studying changes in starlight.
If worlds like this exist, imagine how many secrets the universe still hides from humanity.
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