Astronomers see massive debris cloud in space after 2 objects collide - CTV News


3/22/2022 12:00:00 AM3 years 1 month ago
by Ashley Strickland

Astronomers had the chance to observe a massive, star-size debris cloud as it passed in front of a nearby star and blocked some of its light. This observation revealed evidence of a collision between two celestial bodies likely the size of giant asteroids or …

Space can be a violent place. Objects crash into each other, causing destruction or leading to the formation of larger celestial bodies. Scientists serve as astronomical detectives and use the eviden… [+5130 chars]

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