‘Iron rain’ found on exoplanet

The video discusses exoplanet Wasp 76 B, located 640 light years from Earth in the Gemini constellation. It experiences extreme heat on one side due to its close orbit to a star, while the other side remains cooler. The heat is sufficient to break down molecules into atoms, which can recombine on the cooler side. Unlike Earth, Wasp 76 B is tidally locked, meaning one side always faces the star, leading to unique weather conditions, including iron rain.

What is the primary reason for the extreme heat on one side of Exoplanet Wasp 76 B?

• Its location in the Gemini constellation

• Its distance from Earth

• Its size compared to Earth

• Its close orbit to a star

What happens to molecules on the side of the exoplanet exposed to the star?

• They freeze

• They remain unchanged

• They break down into atoms

• They form new compounds

How does the orbit of Exoplanet Wasp 76 B differ from Earth's orbit?

• It has a longer orbital period

• It orbits multiple stars

• It is tidally locked to the star

• It rotates as it orbits the star

What does it mean for a planet to be tidally locked?

• One side is always facing the star

• It has no atmosphere

• It has a circular orbit

• It rotates rapidly

What unusual weather phenomenon is believed to occur on Exoplanet Wasp 76 B?

• Diamond rain

• Iron rain

• Sulfur storms

• Methane snow