From the July 2008 issue

Could nearby stars Alpha Centauri A and B harbor earthlike planets in stable, circular orbits?

Chuck Weber, Reno, Nevada
By | Published: July 1, 2008 | Last updated on May 18, 2023

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Key Takeaways:

  • Theoretical models developed by two distinct groups of planet-formation experts affirm a specific planetary outcome.
  • Observational data have not yet yielded empirical evidence to corroborate the existence of these particular planets.
  • Astronomical investigations are ongoing within the system, specifically targeting the discovery of new planetary bodies.
According to two groups of planet-formation theorists, the answer is yes. Although no evidence for such planets has yet surfaced, astronomers continue to search the system for new worlds.