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Protostars

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Protostars are early-stage stellar objects that are in the process of becoming stars. They form from collapsing gas and dust in space, eventually developing into fully-fledged stars through nuclear fusion.

Key Features

  • Formation from collapsing gas and dust
  • Heat up as they contract under gravity
  • Nuclear fusion starts at core
  • Protostars are young and evolve over time

Pros

  • Protostars are crucial in the study of star formation processes
  • Provide insights into early stages of stellar evolution
  • Play a key role in the formation of planetary systems

Cons

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Last updated: Mon, Mar 30, 2026, 04:56:11 PM UTC