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GW Orionis is a triple-star system with, literally, a twist
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GW Orionis is a triple-star system with, literally, a twist

It’s not clear what’s causing the chaos, but it may be the streamer that feeds it

Philip Plait
Philip Plait
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An imposter cluster has been busy over the last 13 or so billion years
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An imposter cluster has been busy over the last 13 or so billion years

Terzan 5 is not a globular cluster, as waves of star formation show. Also: I learned a fun new word

Philip Plait
Philip Plait
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Astronomy can be annoying sometimes
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Astronomy can be annoying sometimes

Our 2D view makes things difficult. Plus: Pluto’s atmosphere is freezing out

Philip Plait
Philip Plait