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Doughnut-Shaped Solar System? Scientists Rethink Early Solar System Formation

Recent research has brought to light intriguing new findings about the early formation of our solar system, suggesting it may have had a doughnut shape. This hypothesis challenges the traditional models that have long depicted the nascent solar system as a more uniform, disk-like structure. Understanding the initial configuration of our solar system is crucial, as it provides insights into…