Exploring Exoplanets in Gliese 667

The video explores the discovery of exoplanets, focusing on earth-sized planets in habitable zones. It highlights the Gliese 667 system, a triple-star system with potentially habitable planets. Gliese 667 Cc, a super-earth, is discussed for its potential to support life despite being tidally locked. The video inspires continued exploration of such worlds, envisioning a future where humanity ventures beyond Earth.

What is the primary focus when searching for exoplanets in star systems?

• Discovering planets with moons

• Finding planets with rings

• Locating planets with atmospheres

• Identifying Earth-sized planets in the habitable zone

How far is the Gliese 667 system from Earth?

• 10 light years

• 23 light years

• 50 light years

• 100 light years

What type of stars are Gliese 667 A and B?

• White dwarfs

• G-type main sequence stars

• M-type red dwarfs

• K-type main sequence stars

Which planet in the Gliese 667 C system is considered a super-Earth?

• Gliese 667 Cb

• Gliese 667 Ce

• Gliese 667 Cc

• Gliese 667 Cd

What is the orbital period of Gliese 667 Cc?

• 28 Earth days

• 365 Earth days

• 56 Earth days

• 14 Earth days

Why is Gliese 667 Cc likely to be tidally locked?

• It orbits very close to its star

• It has a large moon

• It has a thick atmosphere

• It is too far from its star

What is the potential habitable area on a tidally locked planet like Gliese 667 Cc?

• The poles

• The equator

• The entire surface

• The terminator line

What percentage of light does Gliese 667 Cc receive compared to Earth?

• 90%

• 100%

• 70%

• 50%

What drives human fascination with potentially habitable exoplanets?

• Desire for scientific knowledge

• All of the above

• Curiosity about alien life

• Interest in space tourism

What does the exploration of exoplanets represent for humanity?

• A return to Earth

• A journey into interstellar adolescence

• An end to space exploration

• A step towards cosmic infancy