Simulation of star formation

Simulation of star formation involves creating computer models that mimic how clouds of gas and dust in space collapse under gravity to form stars. Scientists use physics principles—like gravity, temperature, and turbulence—to predict how these materials gather, heat up, and eventually ignite nuclear fusion, creating new stars. By adjusting variables in the simulation, researchers can study different conditions and better understand complex processes that are difficult to observe directly in space. These simulations help us learn about how stars and planetary systems develop over millions of years.