Evidence for the hypothetical existence of Planet 9 increases

The video discusses the potential existence of Planet 9, a hypothesized planet in our solar system. Co-authored by Michael Brown, the study suggests that Planet 9 is unlikely to be a fluke, with a very low chance of the observed clustering of objects being coincidental. The new study proposes that Planet 9 is closer to the sun than previously thought, making it brighter and easier to detect. It may be a rocky super Earth or a gaseous mini Neptune. The planet likely formed near Uranus and Neptune but was displaced by Saturn's gravity. Future observations may confirm its existence using data from the Vera Rubin Observatory.

What is the significance of the new study co-authored by Michael Brown regarding Planet 9?

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How does the new study change the understanding of Planet 9's orbit compared to previous proposals?

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What are the possible compositions of Planet 9 as suggested by Brown's analysis?

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What role does the Vera Rubin Observatory play in the search for Planet 9?

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What challenges does Brown face in searching for Planet 9?

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