New data from the Kepler telescope, the U.S. allowed the astronomers to detect in the constellation Lyra - a small constellation of the northern hemisphere - three extrasolar planets on which life can exist.
In the Ames Research Center (California) reported that features at least two objects are very similar to the Earth. It is, in particular, about the planets Kepler-62f and Kepler-62e, - said the representative of the center. - The first exceeds the size of the Earth is 1.4 times, while the second, larger, greater than 1.6 times the planet. We suspect that the planets water may be present, most likely, vast global ocean that never freezes. Space objects are located at a distance of 1,200 light-years from Earth.
Another planet Kepler-69si - the largest of the three open objects, by the scientists also can support life. All the planets in orbit independent system Kepler-62, in the central part of the habitable zone.
On the possible presence of life on these planets we talk so far only in theory, further exciting discoveries lie ahead, as already evident many features similar to the Earth. In particular, this refers to the object of Kepler-62e, - said the representative of the center. Sent telescope images of Earth-like planets, but highly diffuse and muted colors. Among other things, the objects around her hot star turn at a fairly safe distance, which also allows for the possibility of the existence of conditions for life. The first observations give evidence of the presence of a certain similarity of the atmosphere - the expert added.
Of all the planets warmest, according to scientists is Kepler-62e, since it was recorded formations resembling in appearance cloud. On Kepler 62f may be a greenhouse effect, while it is much colder Earth, yet potentially suitable for life.
The device Kepler $ 600 million, was launched into space in March 2009. The telescope was the first astronomical instrument NASA, possessing the ability to detect planets that are similar in size to the Earth, which are within or near the habitats of their stars.
