Planetary Fates as Sun Transitions to White Dwarf Explored in New Study

London, UK (SPX) Apr 10, 2024

As our Sun ages and evolves into a white dwarf, the planets within our solar system face drastically different futures. While Earth's destiny-whether engulfed or spared by the expanding Sun-remains uncertain, it's clear that Mercury and Venus are likely to be consumed, according to insights from a new study published in the Monthly Notices of the Royal Astronomical Society. Although