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Old May 26th 05, 09:42 AM
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Default New Scientist - Extrasolar planet takes its star for a spin

An extrasolar planet has been caught dragging the outer layers of its
host star around with it as it orbits. The newly discovered "tail
wagging the dog" phenomenon may be common among massive planets in close
orbit around their stars.

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