Plansimal

Meaning of the word

Plansimal is a term used in astronomy to refer to low -size celestial bodies that are considered the construction blocks of the planets. They are rocky or metallic fragments that form from the agglomeration of material present in a protoplanetary disk.

Origin of the word

The word “platesimal” originates in the Latin “planet” (planet) and the suffix “Esimus”, which indicates the nature or quality of something. The term was coined by Russian astronomer Viktor Safronov in 1969.

Word adverbs

– Plansimally

Conjunctions of the word

– AND
– or
– But
– Although
– Therefore

Synonyms of the word

– Protoplanet
– Planetary embryo
– Planetary Body

Word Definitions

– Steed -size celestial body that is considered a building block of the planets.
– rocky or metallic fragment present in a protoplanatory disc.

Phrases that the word applies

– Plansimal are responsible for the formation of the planets.
– Plansimal are found mainly in protopaplanetary discs.

Examples of the word in text

Scientists believe that the platesimals form from the agglomeration of dust and gas in protoplanetary discs around young stars. These celestial bodies can vary in size, from small fragments to bodies with hundreds of kilometers in diameter. It is believed that the platesimals are the precursors of the planets, because when they join and collide, they can form larger bodies.

Rhymes with the word

– Heavenly
– Terrestrial
– Natural
– Special
– Fundamental

Anagrams with the word

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