Researchers have solved a long-standing cosmic mystery by discovering that hydrogen is essential for forming silicon carbide (SiC) dust in the atmospheres of dying stars.
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Recreating dying stars reveals hydrogen's key role in cosmic dust formation

Hydrogen Triggers SiC Dust Formation Discovery
Custom Stardust Machine Method
SiC2 Gas-Phase Molecules Key precursor
Without H2, C And Si Stay Separate Finding