Summary
- HD 189733b, a planet discovered in 2005, has a reputation as an extreme place with a striking cobalt blue color and molten glass rain.
- Researchers have detected hydrogen sulfide in the planet’s atmosphere, making it the first exoplanet to have this chemical compound.
- The James Webb Space Telescope provided new data on HD 189733b, revealing its composition and similarities to Jupiter.
- Understanding the composition of exoplanets like HD 189733b helps scientists learn more about planetary formation and our own solar system.
