How Does Gravity Influence Star Equilibrium and Planet Formation?

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Gravity plays a crucial role in maintaining the equilibrium of stars by balancing the inward pull of gravitational forces with the outward pressure from nuclear fusion reactions. This balance allows stars to produce energy consistently over their lifetimes. In planet formation, gravity facilitates the accumulation of dust and gas in protoplanetary disks, leading to the coalescence of material into larger bodies. The gravitational attraction among particles in these disks is essential for the formation of planets. Understanding these dynamics is fundamental to astrophysics and the study of celestial bodies.
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can u help me to explain the role of gravity in the equilirium of stars in their production of enegry and an explanation of the role of gravity in the formation of planets.
thanksssssss for helping
 
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This wouldn't happen to be a homework question would it? If it is there is a separate forum for that.
 
This does seem like a homework question, or someone new to astrophysics.


Gravity is a central force. It pulls matter together.

So how would that affect a star, which is a very, very hot ionized gas, and how would it affect the formation of planets in a dust cloud, for example?
 
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