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Neutron Stars: The Dense and Mysterious Stellar Cores
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What is the primary mechanism responsible for the formation of neutron stars?
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Supernova explosion of massive stars
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Neutron stars are formed when massive stars undergo a supernova explosion at the end of their lives. The intense gravitational forces during the explosion compress the core of the star, causing protons and electrons to combine to form neutrons.