A Dying Hot Jupiter and The Birth of Carbon Planets

The video discusses extreme planets, focusing on PTFO 8-8695 and its planet PTFO 8-8695 b, a Hot Jupiter. The star may be stripping gas from the planet's atmosphere due to stellar wind interactions. The video also explores the formation of planets around carbon-enhanced metal-poor stars (CEMP stars), which could have been some of the first planets in the universe. These planets might have been rich in carbon, potentially supporting early life. The video concludes with a call to action for viewers to support SciShow Space.

What is the name of the star that seems to be eating a gas planet?

Describe what a Hot Jupiter is and its characteristics.

What evidence did astronomers find that suggests gas is escaping from the planet's atmosphere?

Explain the significance of CEMP stars in the context of planet formation.

What elements found in CEMP stars are important for life, and why is this significant?