A protoplanet is a large celestial body formed within a protoplanetary disk, serving as an early building block for planets. It emerges through accretion of dust and gas, eventually evolving into a mature planet. Astronomers and planetary scientists benefit from studying protoplanets to understand solar system formation, while space agencies use this knowledge to refine models of planetary evolution.
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