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Hubble Space Telescope and Supernovae
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What is a supernova?
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A sudden and dramatic increase in the brightness of a star
💡 Explanation:
A supernova is a powerful explosion that occurs when a massive star reaches the end of its life. During this explosion, the star's core collapses and releases a tremendous amount of energy, causing the star to briefly outshine an entire galaxy.