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2017-06-10 Science

848.

What is the name of the planet which is discovered as the hottest known planet located 650 light years from Earth?

KELT-9

KELT-7

KELT-8

KELT-6

Answer: Option

Explanation:

Scientists have discovered the hottest known planet located 650 light years from Earth, which is warmer than most stars in the universe and sports a giant, glowing gas tail like a comet. The Jupiter-like planet orbits a massive star KELT-9 every day.