Supernova
The explosion of a very large star in
which the star may reach a maximum intrinsic luminosity one billion times that of the sun.One that explodes into prominence or popularity; also : SUPERSTAR -- Dictionary definition
Supernova remnants are the dramatic objects produced by the violent explosion of a massive star at the end of its life. This explosion, called a supernova, is one of the most energetic events in the universe, and causes a single star to briefly outshine the entire galaxy in which it is located.
The interstellar medium is strongly disturbed by these supernova explosions, which are believed to have a strong effect on how gas is distributed in our galaxy. The shock waves from these explosions may also be responsible for collapsing interstellar clouds to form new stars, thus closing the cycle of stellar evolution.
The Big Bang produced very little but hydrogen and helium, yet we know that most of our planet is composed of other elements. These other elements were produced inside stars and during supernova explosions, and were disbursed into the interstellar medium by supernova remnants. Eventually, the remnants cool and collapse to form interstellar clouds from which new stars and planets can be formed. From Supernova Remnants
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