A Neptune-size planet with a clear atmosphere is shown crossing in front of its star in this artist depiction. Such crossings, or transits, are observed by telescopes like NASA Hubble and Spitzer to glean information about planets atmospheres.
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Title: Seeing Starlight Through a Planet Rim Artist Concept
Creator: NASA/JPL-Caltech
Date Created: 2014-09-24
Rights: JPL
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