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Alcohol in space: Exotic methanol discovered in planet-building zones

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Briefings

Astronomers using the ALMA array identified exotic methanol molecules in space, a key ingredient for planet formation. This discovery occurred in 2026, marking a new window into how organic molecules seed planets. The team combined global expertise to study these molecules in planet-building zones.

Key points

• Astronomers used the Atacama Large Millimeter/submillimeter Array (ALMA) to detect methanol molecules in space.
• The discovery occurred in 2026, identifying methanol in planet-building zones.

Context and limitations

Evidence is limited to the 2026 discovery by the ALMA team; specific locations, quantities, and chemical details remain unconfirmed.

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