Astrobiology
Direct imaging is a technique used to detect and study exoplanets by capturing actual images of the planets themselves rather than relying on indirect methods like observing their effects on their parent stars. This method allows astronomers to gather information about the exoplanets’ atmospheres, compositions, and potential habitability by analyzing the light they emit or reflect. It is a crucial tool in understanding whether certain exoplanets may support life.
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