Planets form in disks of dust and gas called protoplanetary disks that whirl around a central protostar during its final assembly.
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A New Link Between Water And Planet Formation
Researchers have found water vapour in the disc around a young star exactly where planets may be forming.
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Astronomers Reveal A New Link Between Water And Planet Formation
Researchers have found water vapour in the disc around a young star exactly where planets may be forming. Water is a key ingredient for life on Earth, and is also […]