Protoplanetary Collection

Rocky debris around Vega, artwork C016 / 9714
Rocky debris around Vega. Artwork of the ring of rocky debris orbiting the star Vega. 25 light years distant, Vega is the brightest star in the constellation Lyra and the fifth-brightest in the sky

Planetary dust ring changes, artwork C015 / 0803
Planetary dust ring changes. Artwork showing a post-dust stage in the formation of planets around the parent star of the TYC 8241 2652 system

Planetary dust ring changes, artwork C015 / 0804
Planetary dust ring changes. Artwork showing a dusty stage in the formation of planets around the parent star of the TYC 8241 2652 system

T Cha system and dust ring, artwork C014 / 5045
T Cha system and dust ring. Artwork showing the dusty ring and disc (blue) surrounding the young star T Cha (bright object, upper left)

Fomalhaut dust ring, ALMA image C014 / 5044
Fomalhaut dust ring, combined HST and ALMA image. The Fomalhaut star system and its planet and dust ring are around 25 light years from Earth in the constellation of Piscis Austrinus

Pulsar planetary disc, artwork
Pulsar planetary disc. Artwork of a planet (lower right) forming in the debris disc around a pulsar (centre). The pulsar is shown with polar jets of high-energy radiation and magnetic field lines

Formation of the Moon, artwork C016 / 5353
Formation of the Moon. Artwork of the Moon forming in the skies of a proto-Earth following the collision that led to its formation

Formation of the Moon, artwork C016 / 5352
Formation of the Moon. Artwork of a Mars-sized protoplanet (Theia) looming over a proto-Earth with which it is about to collide. This illustrates the giant impact theory of the formation of the Moon

Earths formation. Artwork of Earth forming in the early solar system. It is thought that the planets formed from a rotating disc of material that formed around, and at the same time as

Gas giant around a young star, artwork. The star is seen shining through the plane of the disc of gas and dust from which the planet formed. Numerous smaller bodies are seen around the planet

Planets in the Orion nebula
Young planets in the Orion nebula, artwork. The brightest part of the Orion nebula (M42) is at upper left. A large gas giant planet is seen in the sky from one of its moons

Formation of the Moon, artwork
Formation of the Moon. Computer artwork showing the giant impact theory of the formation of the Moon. This theory says that an object about the size of Mars (top right)

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"Unveiling the Mysteries of Protoplanetary Systems: A Glimpse into Celestial Birthplaces" Rocky debris swirling around Vega, a tantalizing glimpse into the birth of planets. (Rocky debris around Vega, artwork C016 / 9714) Planetary dust ring changes reveal the intricate dance of celestial bodies in their early stages. (Planetary dust ring changes, artwork C015 / 0803) Witnessing the evolution of planetary dust rings as they transform and shape future worlds. Artwork C015 / 0804) Exploring the T Cha system and its mesmerizing dust ring, shedding light on planet formation processes. (T Cha system and dust ring, artwork C014 / 5045) ALMA's captivating image captures Fomalhaut's majestic dust ring - a cosmic masterpiece in progress. (Fomalhaut dust ring, ALMA image C014 / 5044) Pulsar planetary disc artistry takes us on an imaginative journey through distant realms teeming with potential life forms. Reliving the awe-inspiring moment when our Moon took shape amidst cosmic chaos - Formation of the Moon revealed. (Formation of the Moon, artwork C016 / 5353) Delving deeper into lunar origins - Formation of the Moon depicted in stunning detail. Artwork C016 / 5352) Earth's formation unfolds like a symphony orchestrated by celestial forces – a testament to our remarkable existence. Gas giant encircling a young star hints at vast possibilities within protoplanetary systems – new worlds waiting to be born. Exploring Orion nebula unveils hidden treasures – planets emerging from stellar nurseries like jewels adorning velvet skies. Astounding revelations from Orion nebula showcase nature's celestial craftsmanship – planets taking shape in cosmic cradles.