A planetary system 116 light-years from Earth has a peculiar pattern. It could flip the script on how planets form, scientists say.
Artist impression of the planetary system with four planets,around a small red star,called LHS1903. Caption: Astronomers have long thought solar systems follow a simple pattern similar to our own: ...
A newly studied solar system breaks the usual planet pattern, raising fresh questions about how rocky and gas planets form.
Surprised astronomers said Thursday they have discovered a star with planets in a bizarre order that defies scientific expectations – and suggests these faraway worlds formed in a manner never seen ...
The Bushman Planetarium at Missouri Western State University is giving residents and astrology fans the chance to explore the cosmos this week.