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Astronomers Solve Cosmic Cold Case with NASA Hubble Data

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Diligent sleuthing by astronomers uncovered a surprising chemical clue that indicates the white dwarf star HS 0209+0832 may host a second-generation planet. The white dwarf is the “dead” core of a star that burned through all of its nuclear fuel and lost its outer envelope of gas and dust to space. 1 min read Astronomers Solve Cosmic Cold Case with NASA Hubble Data HQ Web Team Oct 06, 2026 Image Article Diligent sleuthing by astronomers uncovered a surprising chemical clue that indicates the white dwarf star HS 0209+0832 may host a second-generation planet. NASA is a space exploration and public company founded in 1958.

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