In an awakening study, astronomers have discovered an Earth-like exoplanet named Gliese 12 b, located just 40 light-years away in the constellation Pisces). This new find, orbiting a cool red dwarf star, could be one of the most promising candidates for future studies on habitability and the search for extraterrestrial life. The planet is unique for several reasons. It’s comparable in size to Venus, slightly smaller than Earth, and has an estimated surface temperature of 107 Fahrenheit (42 Celsius). This temperature is notably cooler than many of the over 5,000 exoplanets discovered so far. “G…