STUNNING SUPERNOVAE

A supernova is a powerful and brilliant explosion of a star. It occurs when a star depletes its nuclear fuel, resulting in a dazzling burst of light.

NASA, the National Aeronautics and Space Administration, frequently shares captivating cosmic images that fascinate space enthusiasts.

The space agency frequently shares stunning images of supernova explosions and their aftermath.

Here are 5 breathtaking images of supernovas taken by NASA: 

NASA's Hubble telescope captured an image of a supernova explosion within the Crab Nebula. Despite the blast, the brilliant "heart" of the Crab Nebula remains visible in the photograph.

This image of the star Eta Carinae shows that it is on the brink of exploding, though the timing is uncertain. While it could happen in the near future, in astronomical terms, that could still be a million years away.

NASA's Hubble telescope captured this image of the remnants from a supernova explosion 160,000 light-years away.

This supernova stretches across approximately 10 light-years and is located about 11,000 light-years from Earth in the constellation Cassiopeia.

The image depicts a "classical nova" of a white dwarf star, also known as a "mini supernova." Although the fundamental physics are similar, classical novae are smaller, less energetic, and do not result in the star’s destruction.