70% of stars are Red Dwarfs. They host most Earth-sized planets
Sandeep K S
Jan 7
1 min read
This infographic highlights the dual nature of stellar flares as both potential threats to habitability and keys to finding habitable worlds. It emphasizes that while red dwarf stars make up 70% of the Milky Way and host many Earth-sized planets, intense flares can erode atmospheres, posing challenges for life. The proposed solution includes a powerful new telescope to conduct a comprehensive "flare census," enhancing our understanding of flares and their impact on habitability.
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