Searching the cosmic microwave background could reveal other giant spheres of icy debris

HIDDEN TREASURES This map of the cosmic microwave background taken by the Planck satellite could also hide signs of exo-Oort clouds — planetary graveyards surrounding other stars.
Planck/ESA and NASA, IPAC Infrared Science Archive
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