James Webb shows how planets are born in the Butterfly Star’s dusty cocoon When you think about how our own Earth formed billions of years ago, the picture that comes to mind is often one of a chaotic and violent process of collisions and accretion. However, the recent observations made by the James Webb Space […]
‘Molten rock raindrops’ reveal Jupiter formed 1.8 million years after solar system
“Molten Rock Raindrops” Reveal Jupiter Formed 1.8 Million Years After Solar System For the first time, researchers have dated the formation of Jupiter by studying tiny, bead-like droplets of glass found within ancient meteorites. These molten rock raindrops, as they are often called, provide crucial insights into the early stages of our solar system’s evolution. […]
Gravity-sensing NASA probe may reveal exoplanet interiors with 100x precision
Gravity-sensing NASA probe may reveal exoplanet interiors with 100x precision A new space probe could soon transform how we study distant planets without ever landing. NASA’s upcoming mission, named the Gravity Recovery and Climate Experiment Follow-On (GRACE-FO), is set to revolutionize our understanding of exoplanet interiors. By utilizing advanced technology to measure gravitational forces with […]
Jupiter-sized planets may form in just 1 million years, shocking scientists
Jupiter-sized Planets May Form in Just 1 Million Years, Shocking Scientists New research suggests that exoplanets with masses similar to Jupiter may have formed much earlier than previously believed, challenging existing theories on planetary formation. Scientists have long thought that gas giants like Jupiter take millions of years to develop, but a recent study published […]