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In this artist depiction, CoRoT-1b can be seen in several phases as it orbits its sun. Because the planet is tidally locked, it has a permanent dayside and nightside. Credit: Leiden University

In this artist depiction, CoRoT-1b can be seen in several phases as it orbits its sun. Because the planet is tidally locked, it has a permanent dayside and nightside. Credit: Leiden University

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