Supernova Collection (page 2)

View from Neptune if our Sun were replaced by VY Canis Majoris

Giant galactic blobs
This artists concept illustrates one possible answer to the puzzle of the giant galactic blobs. These blobs (red), first identified about five years ago

Beautiful Nebulae in Gemini Constellation
This region in Gemini contains the famous Jellyfish Nebula, Monkey Head Nebula, and others

The Hand of Destiny Nebula is devouring the star Abigor
The Hand of Destiny Nebula, also known as the Hand of Ukobach, is devouring the star Abigor. The struggle between the two monstrous powers is causing all of Abigors planets to boil away their lighter

A rough planet crashing into another planet somewhere in our Milky Way galaxy

Spherical yellow nebula in deep dark sky

Artists concept illustrating the point when two planets touch. Do they rip each other apart, do they become an even bigger planet, or do they phase into different dimensions?

Light and matter being pulled into a black hole
A black hole is an area of space where gravity is so dense that light and matter are pulled into it

WR 134, a Wolf-Rayet Star. Wolf-Rayet Stars produce powerful stellar winds and contribute chemical elements to the interstellar medium

A star having the mass of more than 8 solar masses ends in a supernova explosion
A star having the mass of more than 8 solar masses has a short life and ends in a supernova explosion

The Whirlpool Galaxy (NGC 5194), and its companion galaxy (NGC 5195), in the constellation Canes Venatici

A composite image of the SN 1006 supernova remnant, which is located about 7000 light years from Earth. Just over a thousand years ago, the stellar explosion known as supernova SN 1006 was observed

A planetary nebula is forming as the star expells its outer layers
This is the final apocalyptic ending to many medium to low mass stars; a planetary nebula is forming as the star expells its outer layers in violent pulsations of solar wind

A red giant star system

The Jellyfish Nebula, also known as IC 443 and Sharpless 248

View from Saturn if our Sun were replaced by VY Canis Majoris

Artists depiction of an orange and cloudy world with two moons
An artists depiction of an orange and cloudy world with two moons. A supernova explosion has occured in a distant nebula

Artists concept of a supernova about to incinerate this planetary system

Beautiful Nebula in Monoceros
This field contains popular objects such as the Cone Nebula, Fox Fur Nebula, Christmas Tree Nebula, and many others

Cloud and star remnants after a supernova explosion

NGC 6992, The Eastern Veil Nebula

The Crab Nebula, a supernova remnant in the constellation of Taurus

The Iris Nebula in Cepheus
A blue reflection nebula called the Iris Nebula glows in the constellation Cepheus

Messier 51, the Whirlpool Galaxy

Leftover remnants from a supernova explosion

The Witchs Broom Nebula (NGC 6960), and part of the Veil Nebula is a supernova remnant located in the constellation Cygnus

Artists depiction of a blue planet and its orbiting small moons
An artists depiction of a blue planet with a thick atmosphere and its orbiting small moons

The gas giant Carter orbited by its two small moons Banth and Sorak
In the foreground lies the gas giant Carter, orbited by its two small moons Banth and Sorak. Many light years away in the distance, an ancient supernova remnant is exhausting its energy

The death of an alien solar system as its Sun goes supernova

Supernova remnant Cassiopeia A
This stunning false-color picture shows off the many sides of the supernova remnant Cassiopeia A, which is made up of images taken by three observatories, using three different wavebands of light

Alien planets located in a vast colorful gaseous nebula

A pair of neutron stars colliding, merging, and forming a black hole. A neutron star is the compressed core left behind when a star born with between eight

Messier 42, The Great Nebula in Orion and NGC 1977, The Running Man Nebula

A supernova destroying itself and its planets

Artists concept of cosmic contrast in the night sky
When looking up at the night sky, everything apart from the moon appears to be in black and white. Through a telescope, vague colors start to appear when looking at the stars and planets

The Crab Nebula
This is a mosaic image of the Crab Nebula, a six-light-year-wide expanding remnant of a stars supernova explosion

A dying star turns nova as it blows itself apart
When a dying star turns nova, any planets that make up its solar system are destroyed as the star blows itself apart

A stellar black hole caused by the collapse of a massive star
A stellar black hole is caused by the collapse of a massive star and is also called a supernova explosion or a gamma ray Burst

Witchs Broom Nebula

View from Uranus if our Sun were replaced by VY Canis Majoris

An outer shell of gas and dust from an erupted star obscures the supernova within
In this artists rendering, an outer shell of gas and dust, which erupted from the star hundreds of years ago, obscures the supernova within

Colorful emissions are released from a distant star
As a distant solar systems star runs out of fuel, strange colorful emissions are released from its surface. What seems to be a thing of beauty will soon mean the death for its family of planets as

The remains of a supernova give birth to new stars
Long after its violent end, the remains of a supernova give birth to new stars and planetary systems in the endless evolution of the universe

The Antennae Galaxies
Composite image of two colliding galaxies, known as the Antennae galaxies, or NGC 4038 and NGC 4039. The Antennae galaxies take their name from the long antenna-like arms

A detailed view at the tattered remains of a supernova explosion known as Cassiopeia A. It is the youngest known remnant from a supernova explosion in the Milky Way

A star explodes sending out shock waves throughout the universe
A huge star explodes sending out shock waves throughout the universe

The Veil Nebula in the constellation Cygnus glows red

Supergiant Rigel and IC 2118 in Eridanus. IC 2118 (Cederblad 41, The Witch Head Nebula)

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"Exploring the Cosmic Spectacle: Supernova Unveiled" Witness the mesmerizing aftermath of a supernova explosion as the Cygnus Loop Supernova Blast Wave ripples through space. Behold the captivating beauty of the Amazing Crab Nebula, a celestial masterpiece formed by a supernova remnant. A stunning composite image reveals the intricate details of the Crab Nebula, showcasing its vibrant colors and ethereal glow. Immerse yourself in an artistic interpretation of a supernova explosion, where cosmic forces collide to create breathtaking phenomena. Discover the enchanting allure of The Orion Nebula, where stellar birth and death dance together in a celestial ballet. Explore Vela's mysterious center within the Gum Nebula area, home to remnants from an ancient supernova that still captivate astronomers today. Gaze upon Altair, one of Aquila's brightest stars that has witnessed countless cosmic events including awe-inspiring supernovae. Marvel at The Whirlpool Galaxy and its companion galaxy as they showcase their gravitational interaction amidst swirling cosmic dust clouds. Journey to SN1987A in the Large Magellanic Cloud - witness this historic supernova event that forever changed our understanding of stellar evolution. Delve into fascinating studies on how different elements interact during a supernova explosion, unraveling mysteries hidden within these cataclysmic events. Step back in time with "Three Magi Following the Star of Bethlehem, " capturing humanity's fascination with celestial wonders throughout history (1925 lithograph). Encounter Tycho Brahe's portrait (1546-1601), an influential astronomer who meticulously observed and documented numerous astronomical phenomena including exploding stars (supernovae).