Astronomers unravel mysteries of planet formation and evolution in distant planetary system

Astronomers unravel mysteries of planet formation and evolution in distant planetary system

A recently discovered solar system with six confirmed exoplanets and a possible seventh is boosting astronomers’ knowledge of planet formation and evolution. Relying on a globe-spanning arsenal of observatories and instruments, a team led by researchers at the University of California, Irvine has compiled the most precise measurements yet of the exoplanets’ masses, orbital properties … Read more