A new study presents a compelling new model for the formation of super-Earths and mini-Neptunes -- planets that are 1 to 4 times the size of Earth and among the most common in our galaxy. Using ...

"Those are the three easy targets for your eyes. Saturn, Mercury and Uranus you can see with a pair of binoculars — but Neptune would require a telescope." "And after Jupiter, the farthest east ...

Stargazers in the U.S. can witness a rare "planetary parade" this Friday with Mercury, Venus, Mars, Jupiter, Saturn, Uranus, and Neptune aligning in an arc. Best viewed just after sunset ...

If three planets align, it’s known as a mini-planetary alignment ... To catch sight of Uranus and Neptune, you’ll need a telescope or a pair of binoculars. Saturn will be the most elusive ...

Worldwide, the best day to see the alignment is today, Feb. 28. Mercury, Venus, Mars, Jupiter, Saturn, Neptune and Uranus could all be visible with clear skies, but not all can be seen by the ...

In deep space, far beyond our solar system, astronomers have spotted loads of super-Earths, mini-Neptunes, and hot Jupiters. But only once have they found an "ultra-hot Neptune" — a Neptune-size ...

The full planetary alignment will see Mars, Jupiter, Uranus, Venus, Neptune, Mercury and Saturn line up, though not all planets will be visible to the naked eye. While most will appear brighter than ...

Viewing conditions will vary by location. Seven planets will be visible during the alignment: Saturn, Mercury, Neptune, Venus, Uranus, Jupiter, and Mars. Saturn will be the most difficult target ...

Seven planets — Mercury, Mars, Jupiter, Uranus, Neptune, Venus and Saturn — will ... this phenomenon can range from a mini planetary alignment involving three planets to a grand parade ...