Tag: Star formation

Scientists have been puzzled by how the complex molecules necessary for life could have formed around young, violent stars like our sun. A recent study suggests that the key to this mystery may lie...

Kohoutek 3-46, a planetary nebula, was recently captured by the Gemini North telescope. This cosmic butterfly is located 7,200 light-years away in the constellation Cygnus and was shared with the public on July 24,...