Key Discoveries in Astronomy and Geology

A recent study has found that Mount Everest, the world's tallest mountain, is growing taller due to the movement of the Indian tectonic plate. This movement is causing the Himalayan mountain range to rise by about 1 inch every year. On the other hand, scientists have discovered a rare exoplanet that is smaller than Earth, located about 300 light-years away from our planet. This exoplanet, known as K2, is a terrestrial planet with a radius of about 50% that of Earth and orbits a small star. The discovery of this exoplanet has provided valuable insights into the formation and evolution of planetary systems.