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The Search for Exoplanets: Unveiling New Worlds Beyond Our Solar System I. Introduction Exoplanets, or extrasolar planets, are planets that orbit stars outside our solar system. The quest to find these distant worlds is one of the most exciting fields in modern astronomy. With the possibility of discovering life beyond Earth and understanding planetary systems, the search for exoplanets holds immense importance. Technological advancements have significantly enhanced our ability to detect these elusive planets, leading to groundbreaking discoveries that expand our understanding of the universe. II. Methods of Discovering Exoplanets Transit Method The transit method is one of the most successful techniques for finding exoplanets. It involves monitoring the brightness of a star over time. When a planet passes, or transits, in front of its host star, it causes a slight dip in the star’s brightness. By measuring these dips, astronomers can infer the presence of a planet, its size, a...