Early solar system, artwork
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Early solar system, artwork
Early solar system. Computer artwork showing how the newly formed Earth (lower left) and Sun (upper right) may have appeared shortly after the Suns heat and solar wind cleared the inner solar system of cooler gases. The entire Earth is molten due to radioactive heating and frequent heat-generating collisions with debris left from the solar systems formation. Thousands of icy comets can be seen swarming around the Sun. Some of these comets will eventually collide with the Earth and other planets, delivering water and other rare materials to the fledgling worlds
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This artwork takes us back in time to the early days of our solar system, offering a glimpse into the formation and evolution of Earth and the Sun. The image portrays a moment shortly after the inner solar system was cleared of cooler gases by the intense heat and solar wind emitted by our young Sun. In this fiery scene, we witness an Earth that is completely molten, its surface transformed by radioactive heating and frequent collisions with debris left over from the birth of our solar system. Thousands of icy comets surround the Sun, forming a mesmerizing swarm that will play a crucial role in shaping our fledgling world. As we marvel at this depiction, it becomes evident that some of these comets will eventually collide with Earth and other planets, delivering precious water and rare materials essential for life's emergence on these nascent worlds. This cosmic ballet highlights how interconnected celestial bodies are within our vast universe. The artwork not only showcases nature's grandeur but also serves as a testament to human curiosity and scientific exploration. It reminds us of humanity's relentless pursuit to understand our origins, unraveling mysteries hidden within billions of years' worth of astronomical history. With its intricate details and vivid colors, this stunning illustration invites us to contemplate the wonders surrounding us while igniting an insatiable thirst for knowledge about our place in space.
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