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James Webb Telescope confirms what Hubble revealed about the birth of planets


Published on 2024-12-17 02:02:18 - India Today
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  • Nasa's James Webb Space Telescope has resolved a long-standing astronomical mystery by confirming findings from the Hubble Space Telescope regarding planet formation around ancient stars. This breakthrough sheds light on the conditions under which planets may have formed in the early universe.

The James Webb Space Telescope (JWST) has corroborated findings from the Hubble Space Telescope regarding the formation of planets, specifically focusing on the protoplanetary disk around the star HL Tauri. Observations from JWST have provided detailed insights into the gaps and rings within this disk, which are indicative of planet formation processes. These gaps are believed to be carved out by nascent planets as they sweep through the disk material. The high-resolution images from JWST have not only confirmed the presence of these structures but also enhanced our understanding of the dynamics involved in planet formation, showing how planets can influence their surrounding environments even in the early stages of their development. This confirmation supports and expands upon the initial discoveries made by Hubble, offering a clearer picture of how planets come into existence.

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