Supernovae are explosive events that fuel the creation of new stars from "summary" of Astrophysics for People in a Hurry by Neil deGrasse Tyson
Supernovae are among the most powerful explosions in the universe. They mark the spectacular death of a massive star, as it exhausts its nuclear fuel and can no longer support its own weight. The star collapses under its own gravity, releasing an immense amount of energy in the process. This energy is so vast that it outshines an entire galaxy for a brief period of time. The aftermath of a supernova is equally fascinating. The explosion disperses heavy elements such as carbon, oxygen, and iron into space. These elements are essential for the formation of new stars and planets. Without supernovae, the universe would be devoid of the building blocks necessary for life as we know it. But supernovae do more than just enrich...
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