SMRTR Science & EngineeringApr 24, 2025Science Daily

Scientists use James Webb Space Telescope to better understand solar system's origins

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Scientists using the James Webb Space Telescope studied Trans-Neptunian Objects (TNOs) beyond Neptune, discovering two groups with varying methanol ice content. This research offers insights into the early solar system's formation and evolution, shedding light on our solar system's chemical origins and potentially habitable exoplanets. The findings suggest TNOs formed from diverse ingredients, reflecting their varied origins and development over time.

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