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The <\/span>Nebular Hypothesis<\/b> is one of the earliest scientific theories that explains how the <\/span>Solar System was formed<\/b>. It describes how the Sun, planets, and other celestial bodies developed from a massive cloud of gas and dust called a nebula. This theory was first proposed by philosophers and scientists like <\/span>Immanuel Kant and Pierre-Simon Laplace<\/b> in the 18th century. Even today, it forms the base of modern theories related to planetary formation.<\/span><\/p>\n

What is Nebula?<\/b><\/h2>\n

A <\/span>nebula <\/b>is a large cloud of gas, dust, and other cosmic particles found in outer space. These clouds are often considered the birthplace of stars and planetary systems.<\/span><\/p>\n

Nebulae are mainly made of <\/span>hydrogen and helium gases<\/b>, along with small amounts of other elements. They are formed when stars explode or when gas and dust gather together due to gravitational forces. Some nebulae glow because of nearby stars, while others appear dark because they block light.<\/span><\/p>\n

Also Read: Star Formation<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n

Nebular Hypothesis of Kant<\/b><\/h2>\n

The Nebular Hypothesis of Kant was proposed by Immanuel Kant, a German philosopher, in 1755. He suggested that the Solar System<\/a><\/strong> was formed from a large rotating cloud of gas and dust.<\/span><\/p>\n