James Webb Won't Discover Exoplanets? Think Again! Many believe the James Webb Space Telescope (JWST) won’t be discovering new planets—and they’re mostly right! But JWST’s true strength lies in something even more crucial: unlocking the secrets of known exoplanets. Unlike smaller telescopes that find new worlds, JWST specializes in analyzing their atmospheres, detecting elements like carbon dioxide and methane, and even identifying potential ocean-covered planets. Its work is revolutionizing our understanding of alien worlds, bringing us closer to finding habitable planets beyond Earth. Want to know how? Read on!