planetforming

Astronomers find first evidence of a ‘twisted’ planet-forming disc

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Astronomers have discovered a strange young star system 1,200 light years from Earth where the planet-forming disc had been ripped apart by its three central stars. This is the first direct evidence that groups of stars can tear apart the disc of dust and gas that goes on to form worlds – leaving it with … Read more

Astronomers capture mesmerising images of planet-forming discs of dust and gas

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Captivating images of planet-forming discs around young stars have been captured by astronomers – and they could hold clues to the origins of Earth-like worlds. An international team of astronomers used the Europe Southern Observatory Very Large Telescope in Chile to take 15 images of the inner rims of planetary discs.  In the images astronomers … Read more