Massive stars die in a "cataclysmic nuclear explosion"that cause a burst of radiation that often outshines an entire galaxy before eventually fading over weeks or months. During this time a supernova will let off as much energy as the Sun is expected to emit over its entire life span.
If you are amazed by that, just wait until you see it.
Supernova 1994D
Cygnus Loop Supernova
Supernova Remnant N 63A Menagerie
Supernova Remnant G292.0+1.8 (one of 3 Supernova remnants in the Milky Way.)
As a human, I feel a little ripped off. This is how stars get to go out, and we get to go out like this:
Check out our old pal wikipedia to learn more about dying stars (and dead humans):
Ok, so, we might have to limit our posts about space, because my brain might melt. Yep, melted.
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