Do Population II Stars Have Planets?

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Population II stars are generally considered unlikely to have planets due to their deficiency in heavier elements, which are crucial for planet formation. Observations suggest that if planets do exist around these stars, they would likely be captured rather than formed in situ. The discussion raises the possibility of large Jupiter-like planets existing, but evidence for such occurrences remains sparse. Overall, the consensus leans towards a low probability of planet formation around Population II stars. This highlights the unique characteristics of these ancient stars in the context of planetary systems.
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Have population II stars been observed or speculated to have planets?
 
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Pop II stars are unlikely to have planets since they themselves are deficient in heavier elements.
 
Doesn't seem likely unless the planets were captured or something.

Perhaps they could contain large Jupiter-like planets, but other than that...
 

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