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Astronomers find fluffy, Jupiter-sized planets less dense than cotton candy
Summary by Westlake News Editorial Desk · Byline on the source page: Marcia Dunn and The Associated Press , as published by KXAN (NBC Austin) - All News
· June 25, 2026
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Key takeaway George Dransfield, the densities of these two planets are comparable to a blob of shaving foam.
Astronomers have made a notable discovery, finding planets that are similar in size to Jupiter but have a much lower density. These planets are less dense than cotton candy, which is known for being very light and airy. According to Dr.
George Dransfield, the densities of these two planets are comparable to a blob of shaving foam. This suggests that the planets have a very low mass relative to their size. Further details about this discovery can be found through KXAN, the local news source that reported on the finding.
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Published: June 25, 2026 ·
Source: KXAN (NBC Austin) - All News ·
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