What is another word for planetesimal?

Pronunciation: [plˈanɪtˌɛsɪmə͡l] (IPA)

A planetesimal is a celestial body that formed during the early stages of the solar system's formation. It is a small, rocky body that was created from the debris left over after the formation of the sun. There are many synonyms for the term planetesimal, including asteroid, minor planet, and protoplanet. These terms describe different types of celestial objects that share similar characteristics with planetesimals. Other synonyms include planetoid, planetette, and small solar system body. These terms are often used interchangeably to describe any small, rocky celestial object that orbits the sun. However, each term has its own specific definition and is used in different contexts within astronomy.

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Usage examples for Planetesimal

On one point the new planetesimal theory differs from the other theories.
"The Story of Evolution"
Joseph McCabe
In deference to the opinion of a number of geologists we must glance once more at the alternative view of the planetesimal school.
"The Story of Evolution"
Joseph McCabe
But the planetesimal hypothesis has no room for this enormous percentage of carbon-dioxide in the primitive atmosphere.
"The Story of Evolution"
Joseph McCabe

Famous quotes with Planetesimal

  • Personally, I feel more irritated by a challenge to an accepted scientific theory than I do by an act of so-called "evil" or "injustice" among mankind; although I never allow my irritation to hamper my acceptance of the new theory as soon as positive evidence warrants it. Thus I have reluctantly exchanged the old nebular for the planetesimal hypothesis, and am beginning to accept the main points of relativity despite a profound intellectual distaste. What is, is—and our emotions regarding the cosmos and its phenomena are of no significance whatever, being wholly subjective matters dependent on individual accidents of neural and glandular physiology and of experience and environment.
    H. P. Lovecraft

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