Cosmic Countdown: Betelgeuse, the Red Giant on the Brink of Explosion
When Will the Sky Explode?
WEB Betelgeuse, a colossal red giant star in the constellation Orion, has captured the attention of astronomers and laypeople alike. This enigmatic celestial body is on a collision course with a fiery end—a supernova explosion that will illuminate the night sky with unprecedented brilliance.
A Light-Years Journey in Time
WEB Betelgeuse resides approximately 700 light-years away from Earth. This means that the light we see from this star today actually left it 700 years ago. So, as we gaze upon Betelgeuse, we are witnessing a snapshot of the past. This celestial time capsule is a testament to the vastness of the cosmos and the finite nature of all things.
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