Evolution of a Supernova
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A massive star (left), which has created elements as heavy as iron in its interior, blows up in a tremendous explosion (middle), scattering its outer layers in a structure called a supernova remnant (right).
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What Exactly are Supernovae?
Evolution of Supernova 1987A on Vimeo
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Late stages of stellar evolution for high-mass stars
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Veiled Supernovae Provide Clue to Stellar Evolution NAOJ: National Astronomical Observatory of Japan - English
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Supernova blast wave could shape galaxy evolution
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Evolution of supernova 1993J, 1993-2000 - Stock Image - C016/9605 - Science Photo Library
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Infographic on the evolution of stars: from birth in the nebulae, up to the largest ones, near their cooling or explosion as supernovae. [Adobe InDesign (.indd); 4795x3543] Stock Photo - Alamy
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Shining a new light on the evolution of supernovae
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New Study Suggests Link Between Exploding Stars And Life On Earth
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What is a Supernova?
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Supernovae 2 million years ago may have changed human behaviour
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ESO Supernova Exhibition — How do stars evolve?
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Evolution of the thermonuclear supernova explosion simulation. The