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Smallest star-like object the size of a planet discovered
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Astronomers have discovered a new cosmic object that is the smallest star-like object the size of a planet. This finding, made using the James Webb Space Telescope, may prompt scientists to reconsider their understanding of objects between stars and planets.
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- Discovery made on September 16, 2026
- Object is a brown dwarf
- James Webb Telescope captured a panoramic image
- Object is smaller than previously thought
- A disk where planets may form was detected
James Webb Space Telescope · IC 348 · Jupiter
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