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transition disks

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    Transition disks are a type of protoplanetary disk surrounding young stars that exhibit a deficit of material in their inner regions compared to the outer regions. This gap or cavity in the disk is thought to be caused by the presence of a forming planet or planets, which clears out the inner disk material through mechanisms such as disk-planet interactions or photoevaporation. Transition disks are of particular interest to astronomers studying planet formation, as they provide insights into the processes by which planets can form and affect their surrounding disks. By studying the structure and evolution of transition disks, researchers aim to better understand the conditions under which planets can form, and the mechanisms that drive their migration and growth within protoplanetary disks.

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