Get the latest Science News and Discoveries

For the first time, astronomers have obtained visual evidence that a star met its end by detonating twice


For the first time, astronomers have obtained visual evidence that a star met its end by detonating twice. By studying the centuries-old remains of supernova SNR 0509-67.5 with the European Southern Observatory’s Very Large Telescope (ESO’s VLT), they have found patterns that confirm its star suffered a pair of explosive blasts. Published today, this discovery shows some of the most important explosions in the Universe in a new light.

None

Get the Android app

Or read this on r/Space

Read more on:

Photo of end

end

Photo of Astronomers

Astronomers

Photo of Star

Star

Related news:

News photo

Astronomers capture incredible 1st image of a dead star that exploded twice. How did it happen?

News photo

Astronomers Discover Hidden Earth-Like Worlds Orbiting Nearby Dwarf Stars

News photo

Where does time actually come from?