The Search For Exoplanets

One of the most exciting areas in astrophysics is the search for exoplanets, planets that orbit stars outside our solar system. Tyson describes the methods used to detect these distant worlds, such as the transit method and radial velocity measurements. Discovering exoplanets, particularly those in habitable zones where liquid water might exist, fuels the quest to find extraterrestrial life. These discoveries broaden our perspective on planetary systems and the potential for life beyond Earth.