"Unveiling the Secrets of Supernova Stardust in Ancient Meteorites"

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"Unveiling the Secrets of Supernova Stardust in Ancient Meteorites"
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Scientists have discovered a rare stardust particle locked within an ancient meteorite, offering insights into the explosive supernova death of a distant star and the formation of the solar system. The particle's extreme isotopic ratio suggests it originated from a recently discovered hydrogen-burning supernova, shedding light on the life and death of stars. This groundbreaking research, published in the Astrophysical Journal, demonstrates how rare particles in meteorites can provide atomic-scale insights into events beyond the solar system.

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