Phoenix planet emerges from star's remains
Astronomers have discovered an exoplanet called "Phoenix Planet," which is formed from materials ejected by a star in its final stages before turning into a white dwarf. It is located about 250 light-years from Earth, near the constellation Pisces. The planet orbits the white dwarf every 4.4 days at a relatively short distance and consists of elements rich in niobium, copper, and zinc that were present in the disk of material surrounding the star. This makes it a second-generation planet, formed from the remnants of a dying star. This is considered the first model of a planet forming around a white dwarf, reflecting a legendary star life cycle. Additionally, the reduced distance and increased heat cause part of its atmosphere to evaporate.
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