Category: Stars
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PROXIMA CENTAURI
Proxima Centauri, the closest star to Earth at 4.24 light-years, is a faint red dwarf in the Alpha Centauri system, potentially hosting habitable exoplanets.
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DEATH OF A STAR
The process of the death of a star is determined by its initial mass, leading to a variety of spectacular and sometimes violent ends. When massive stars reach the end of their life cycle, their demise is marked by intense violence. In contrast, medium-sized stars face a particularly grim fate. Click on the link to…
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TRAPPIST-1
TRAPPIST-1 is a remarkable red dwarf star located approximately 40.66 light-years from Earth in the Aquarius constellation. This cool, low-mass star has a surface temperature of around 2,566 K (2,290 °C; 4,160 °F) and a radius slightly larger than that of Jupiter. Click on the link to learn more.
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SUPERNOVA
A supernova marks the explosive finale of a star’s life or when a white dwarf ignites into runaway nuclear fusion, erupting in a dazzling burst of light. Learn about supernova from dazzling explosions to core collapse phenomena, uncover the diverse types of supernovae and delve into the observational insights.
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GIANT STAR
A giant star is characterized by its expansive radius relative to its mass and temperature, resulting in heightened brightness due to its correspondingly large radiating area. From their humble beginnings as main-sequence stars to their spectacular evolution into red giants, supergiants, and more, uncover the captivating journey of these celestial behemoths.
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DWARF STAR
Dwarf stars are celestial bodies of average or low luminosity, mass, and size. Dive into the realm of dwarf stars and uncover the unique characteristics and properties that define these celestial bodies, from their compact size to their diverse compositions. Explore the various types of dwarf stars, including red dwarfs, white dwarfs, and brown dwarfs,…
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BINARY STAR
A binary star consists of two stars bound together by gravity, orbiting around a common center. Explore the dynamics of celestial duos, from their evolution to their diverse designations. Learn how binary stars shape our understanding of stellar evolution, gravitational physics, and the broader cosmos.
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SUN
The Sun, located at the center of the Solar System, dominates with its immense size, comprising 99.8% of the system’s mass. Delve into the science behind the fiery heart of our solar system, from its nuclear fusion processes to its mesmerizing solar phenomena. Explore topics such as solar flares, sunspots, and the solar cycle.