protostar

a protostar forms from a collapsing cloud of gas and dust.

scientists study the characteristics of a protostar to understand star formation.

the protostar stage is crucial in the life cycle of a star.

during the protostar phase, the object gathers mass from its surroundings.

a protostar can eventually become a full-fledged star.

observing a protostar helps astronomers learn about the early universe.

the energy output of a protostar increases as it evolves.

protostars are often found in dense molecular clouds.

studying the light from a protostar can reveal its temperature and composition.

many protostars are surrounded by rotating disks of gas and dust.