The birthplace of the Sun and planets (and of other stars and maybe their planets)is thought to have been
A) in cool gas and dust clouds.
B) at the centers of supernova explosions.
C) in the centers of galaxies.
D) in black holes dotted about the universe.

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The most widely accepted theory for the formation of the Sun and planets is the nebular hypothesis, which suggests that they formed from a giant cloud of cool gas and dust called a nebula. This cloud collapsed under its own gravity and eventually formed the Sun at its center, with the remaining material forming the planets and other objects in the solar system. This process is thought to be common among other stars and planetary systems as well. Option B, C, and D are not supported by current scientific evidence.

The Birthplace of the Sun and Planets (And of Other