Vega's Smooth Disk Challenges Planet Formation Theories

New observations from Hubble and Webb reveal no large planets in Vega's debris disk, prompting a reevaluation of planetary system formation.

Recent studies using the Hubble and James Webb telescopes have found no evidence of large exoplanets within the debris disk of Vega, a nearby star.
Vega's debris disk is notably smooth, lacking the typical signs of planet formation seen in other similar star systems.
The disk features a subtle gap, suggesting the absence of planets at least down to the mass of Neptune.
Vega's system differs significantly from other stars like Fomalhaut, which has multiple debris belts, raising questions about why Vega hasn't formed planets.
These findings challenge existing models of planet formation and could lead to new insights into the diversity of planetary systems.