Webb Telescope Finds Mysterious UV Light Around Infant Stars
A new study using the James Webb Space Telescope reveals unexpected UV radiation around infant stars, challenging current theories of star formation.

Maya Singh is a science writer for Archeonis who specializes in making complex topics in astronomy, physics, and earth science accessible to a general audience. She covers celestial events, new scientific discoveries, and the growing field of space technology.
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A new study using the James Webb Space Telescope reveals unexpected UV radiation around infant stars, challenging current theories of star formation.
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