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A large gap exists between the fourth and fifth planets in the 55 Cancri system, sufficient to harbor a terrestrial world. The rising sun on any existing lakeshore would be magnificent.

Lynette Cook is a self-employed scientific illustrator who has focused on exoplanets and life in space throughout her professional career. She is a Fellow of the International Association of Astronomical Artists. More artwork by Cook is at http://extrasolar.spaceart.org.

Lynnette Cook is a member of the International Association of Astronomical Artists.