3 The final stages of planet formation
This section explores the possible outcomes of the final stages of planet formation, starting with the formation of giant planets via core accretion, then turning to alternative formation routes and, finally, exploring the effect of migration and planet–planet interaction on the final architectures of planetary systems.
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