Supernova Dust Older Than the Sun Discovered in Meteorite

Analysis of a stardust particle within an ancient meteorite reveals origins predating our Solar System, tracing back to a supernova explosion.

Discovered 2024-03-27T17:04:10.906341-07:00 | 2024-03-27T17:04:10.906341-07:00

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