Exploding star caught in the act


	Exploding star caught in the act

pokkets

5-22-2008 2:21 AM

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Astronomers for years have been wondering if they'd ever see a 'live' supernova. They're few, quick, and you have to be looking in the right place at the right time. Seems they were. One of those things that may not happen again in our lifetimes - but you never know.

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