For centuries, the solar system was thought to be the only planetary system known. However, the discovery of exoplanets has completely transformed our understanding of planetary formation and evolution. In the past three decades, thousands of exoplanets have been discovered, revealing a wide array of configurations that challenge earlier assumptions. This shift has led to a new focus on exoplanet demographics, where scientists study planet sizes, orbits, and compositions to uncover the processes shaping planetary systems. Questions arise about missing planets in certain size ranges and implications for finding habitable worlds.
Having spent centuries viewing our solar system as unique, scientists now recognize the vast diversity of planetary systems, challenging prior beliefs about how planets form and evolve.
The advent of exoplanet discovery has led to a deeper analysis of planetary demographics, revealing diverse configurations and leaving us with fundamental questions about planet sizes and habitability.
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