Supernovae Sweep Dust Away

It is generally believed that supernovae usually spread dust into interstellar space as they explode. However, astrophysicists have recently found that this is not always the case, and some might actually collect dust after a supernova phase. These are usually small stars that explode periodi... [ read more >> ]

Artistic impression of the RS Ophiuchi system

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Artistic impression of the RS Ophiuchi system