Super-Earths

A Super-Earth is a rocky planet more massive than our Earth but lighter than the ice giant Neptune. Think of it as Earth’s "big sibling" in the solar system, featuring a solid surface and often a thick atmosphere. While Earth is the largest terrestrial planet in our neighborhood, Super-Earths fill the size gap between us and the gas giants. This type of planet is entirely missing from our solar system, making them fascinating targets in the search for potentially habitable worlds or liquid water.