Passing Stars Could Have a Significant Impact on the Future of our Solar System

Studies of the Solar System's dynamics generally treat it in isolation and do not consider the influence a passing star could have on the orbits of the planets over time. According to a recent study by a team of astronomers, stars passing close to the Solar System could result in the loss of planets over the next 5 billion years.

May 28, 2025 - 20:14
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Passing Stars Could Have a Significant Impact on the Future of our Solar System

Passing Stars Could Have a Significant Impact on the Future of our Solar System

Studies of the Solar System's dynamics generally treat it in isolation and do not consider the influence a passing star could have on the orbits of the planets over time. According to a recent study by a team of astronomers, stars passing close to the Solar System could result in the loss of planets over the next 5 billion years.