Hubble's Surprising Glimpse into Galactic Serenity

Astronomers are studying a spiral galaxy in the constellation Pegasus to better understand the aftermath of supernovas on star systems. The Hubble Space Telescope captured an image of the galaxy, UGC 11860, to study the remnants of a supernova explosion. Supernovas are responsible for creating elements like carbon and spreading metals across interstellar space, which contribute to the formation of new stars and planets. The research aims to understand the influence of the masses and compositions of progenitor star systems in the creation of chemical elements on Earth.