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Will researchers formally confirm the existence of second-generation planets around white dwarf stars using Hubble Space Telescope data by April 2027?
New analysis of archived Hubble data pointed to the possibility that 'dead' white dwarf stars host second-generation planetary… 76 opinions, 70% No
- Yes — 30%
- No — 70%
Deadline: April 30, 2027 at 12:00 AM UTC · 76 opinions
Resolution rules
New analysis of archived Hubble data pointed to the possibility that 'dead' white dwarf stars host second-generation planetary systems, resolving a long-standing NASA case. The result is still classified as 'suspect' and requires formal confirmation.
Source: www.newswise.com
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How is this event resolved?
Resolução positiva se até 30 de abril de 2027 for publicado artigo revisado por pares em revista científica indexada (ex.: Nature, Science, Astrophysical Journal) confirmando a detecção de planetas de segunda geração ao redor de anãs brancas com base em dados do Hubble, com declaração oficial da NASA ou STScI (Space Telescope Science Institute).
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Right now No has 70% of the votes: an opinion on it that turns out right earns about 30 points, a wrong one costs about 70.