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Planets Form in the Eye of the Storm
December 16, 2008 / Posted by: Aaron Gronstal
Astronomers have found that turbulence may play a critical role in creating optimal conditions for the birth of new planets. The study could have implications for theories of planetary formation. Understanding how planets form is essential for scientists trying to identify stars that might host habitable planets.Source: [Astrobiology Magazine]
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