Astronomers propose new formation model for JuMBO free-floating planets

Wed, 24 Apr 2024 14:47:57 GMT
Space Daily

Los Angeles CA (SPX) Apr 23, 2024 Astronomers have been captivated by the recent identification of...

Los Angeles CA (SPX) Apr 23, 2024 Astronomers have been captivated by the recent identification of what might be a novel category of "free-floating" planets, unveiled through remarkable images from the James Webb Space Telescope. These planets, named Jupiter-mass Binary Objects (JuMBOs), appear to orbit each other without being tethered to any star, challenging long-held beliefs about planetary system formation. Researcher