Supernova Collection (#3)

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)

Red Super Giant Cluster with associated Supernova Remnant GPSR5 25.252-0.139 and HII region W42 in background Milky Way, looking back toward Earth

NGC 6960, The Western Veil Nebula

Alien sunrise on a distant alien world

Implosion of a Sun with visible solar system and planets

An alien flying saucer traveling through the vastness of outer space

Majestic: Inspirational Quote and Motivational Poster
Majestic - Inspirational Quote and Motivational Poster. It reads: Dwell on the beauty of life. Watch the stars, and see yourself running with them. ~ Marcus Aurelius

Supernova remnants and star clusters in the constellation Gemini
The Jellyfish Nebula, IC 443, at left near the star Eta Geminorum. IC 443 is a supernova remnant. At upper right is the bright open star cluster Messier 35

The Pencil Nebula
NGC 2736, also known as The Pencil Nebula. It is part of the Vela Supernova Remnant, located near the Vela Pulsar in the constellation Vela

A flying saucer flying through a binary star system

Centaurus A galaxy in the constellation Centaurus

A type of dead star called a pulsar and the surrounding disk of rubble
This artists concept depicts a type of dead star called a pulsar and the surrounding disk of rubble discovered by the Spitzer Space Telescope

A star going nova

The Jellyfish Nebula and associated nebulosity
The Jellyfish Nebula (IC 443), a supernova remnant in the constellation Gemini, and associated nebulosity such as IC 444 and LDN 1565, plus the Messier open cluster Messier 35 at right

The universe in a perpetual state of chaos
Artists concept illustrating the universe in a perpetual state of chaos, with colliding galaxies, supernova, rough comets, asteroids and black holes

The death of a distant star and its system of planets. As it finally explodes, destroying everything in its way. From this supernova event, new stars and planets will eventually be created and born

Jets of material shooting out from the neutron star in a binary system
This artist concept illustrates jets of material shooting out from the neutron star in the binary system 4U 0614+091. Astronomers using the Spitzer Space Telescope found these remarkable jets

A supernova star explodes near a ringed planet sending out an echo of light and force

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

Supernova lights this alien planet

NGC 6946, a spiral galaxy in Cepheus

NGC 6946, also known as the Fireworks Galaxy, is an intermediate spiral galaxy in Cepheus. NGC 6946 is one of the nearest giant spiral galaxies beyond the local group

Artists concept of a Hypergiant Star. Hypergiant stars are the most massive known. They can weigh more than 250 times the mass of the sun

Galaxies NGC 3166 and NGC 3169 in the constellation Sextans

A supernova explosion causes a bright gamma ray burst

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Supernova 19i87A observed with Huble Space Telescope, wide field planetary telescope 2. NASA photograph

Filamentary Nebula (NGC 9662) This is part of an exploding sphere of gas emitted by a supernova more than 1, 000 years ago. Photograph c1908

GeV-gamma-ray emission regions (magenta) in W44 supernova remnant. Features clearly align with filaments in other wavelengths. Composite, merging X-rays (blue) ROSAT mission, infrared (red) NASA

Composite of Cassiopeia A supernova remnant across the spectrum: Gamma rays (magenta) Fermi Gamma-ray Space Telescope: X-rays (blue)

Supernova remnants resolved at GeV gamma rays from of different ages and in different environments. W51C, W44 and IC 443 are middle-aged remnants between 4, 000 and 30, 000 years old. Credit NASA

Supernova remnant 1E0102. 2-7219 next to Nebula N76 in a bright, star-forming region
Supernova remnant 1E0102.2-7219 next to Nebula N76 in a bright, star-forming region of the Small Magellanic Cloud, a located about 200, 000 light-years from Earth. Credit NASA. Science Astronomy

False-colour image of supernova remnant Cassiopeia A in constellation Cassiopeia, 10, 000 light-years away. It is the remnant of a once massive star that died in a supernova explosion. Credit NASA

Artwork of a supernova remnant F008 / 3658
Artwork of a supernova remnant. When a massive star reaches the end of reactionable nuclear fuel in its core, it explodes in a cosmic blast known as a supernova

Artwork of the Crab Nebula M1
Computer artwork of the Crab Nebula, the remnant of a star which was destroyed in a supernova explosion, and which was witnessed by Chinese astronomers in 1054 AD

Measuring the expanding universe, artwork C017 / 0678
Measuring the expanding universe. Computer artwork demonstrating two ways that are used to measure the rate at which the universe is expanding. At left the standard candle method is shown

Pulsar, artwork F006 / 9972
Pulsar, computer artwork. A pulsar, a rapidly rotating neutron star, is the collapsed super-dense core of a massive star that has blown off its outer layers in a supernova

Cassiopeia A, NuSTAR X-ray image C016 / 9727
Cassiopeia A, NuSTAR X-ray image. This object is a supernova remnant, the expanding shell from a massive star that exploded as a supernova some 11, 000 years ago

Evolution of supernova 1993J, 1993-2000 C016 / 9605
Evolution of supernova 1993J. Radio telescope observations of the expanding shell formed by supernova SN 1993J between May 1993 (top left) and February 2000 (bottom right)

Discovery of supernova 1993J C016 / 9604
Discovery of supernova 1993J. X-ray telescope images of the central region of the galaxy M81 in October 1992 (left) and April 1993 (right), showing the appearance of the supernova SN 1993J (arrowed)

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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).