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Study Reveals Potential Life on Ocean Worlds Around White Dwarfs

1/4/2025

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Astronomers are delving into the intriguing potential of habitable worlds orbiting white dwarfs. A recent study reveals that, despite the water loss most planets face during a star's red giant phase, certain distant ocean worlds might just find their way inward at the perfect moment to preserve their water and foster life. Yet, this captivating scenario still seems improbable.

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Astronomers are delving into the intriguing potential of habitable worlds orbiting white dwarfs. A recent study reveals that, despite the water loss most planets face during a star's red giant phase, certain distant ocean worlds might just find their way inward at the perfect moment to preserve their water and foster life. Yet, this captivating scenario still seems improbable.