Mapping out the time-evolution of exoplanet processes
Abstract
There are many competing theories and models describing the formation, migration and evolution of exoplanet systems. As both the precision with which we can characterize exoplanets and their host stars, and the number of systems for which we can make such a characterization increase, we begin to see pathways forward for validating these theories. In this white paper we identify predicted, observable correlations that are accessible in the near future, particularly trends in exoplanet populations, radii, orbits and atmospheres with host star age. By compiling a statistically significant sample of well-characterized exoplanets with precisely measured ages, we should be able to begin identifying the dominant processes governing the time-evolution of exoplanet systems.
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- 96571
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- CaltechAUTHORS:20190619-141230167
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2019-06-19Created from EPrint's datestamp field
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2023-06-02Created from EPrint's last_modified field
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- Infrared Processing and Analysis Center (IPAC)
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- Astro2020 Science White Paper