SuperJupiters

Super-Jupiters are a class of exoplanets that are significantly more massive than Jupiter. While the exact definition can vary, they are generally considered to be gas giants with masses exceeding several times that of Jupiter. These planets are thought to form through similar processes to that of Jupiter, primarily by accumulating gas onto a solid core. However, the immense mass of super-Jupiters suggests that their formation environments may have been rich in gas and dust, or they may have undergone more rapid accretion.

The detection of super-Jupiters is often achieved through radial velocity or transit photometry methods, as their large size and mass make them relatively easier to observe. Due to their extreme masses, super-Jupiters likely possess very strong gravitational fields. Their atmospheres are expected to be vast and dense, potentially exhibiting complex weather patterns. The internal structure of these planets is a subject of ongoing research, with models suggesting they could have significantly larger cores than Jupiter, or potentially even enter exotic states of matter under extreme pressure. Studying super-Jupiters provides valuable insights into the diversity of planetary formation and the upper limits of gas giant evolution.