Phys.org·5 min read·hard
Capturing the cosmic 'drift' before a star is born
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Kyushu University
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Researchers have detected 'ambipolar diffusion' in a prestellar core for the first time, providing new insights into how magnetic fields influence the gravitational collapse that leads to star formation. This discovery helps explain the complex chemistry and physical processes occurring in the early stages of stellar birth.
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