Astronomers reveal 'best image ever' of planet formation

Astronomers reveal 'best image ever' of planet formation
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The ALMA telescope in Chile has provided what astronomers are calling its "best image ever."

The photo shows the birth of a planet in stunning detail, offering new insight into what our own solar system may have looked like billions of years ago. The ALMA telescope sees radio wavelengths, and this image is sharper than anything NASA's Hubble Space Telescope has captured.

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Meghan DeMaria

Meghan DeMaria is a staff writer at TheWeek.com. She has previously worked for USA Today and Marie Claire.