Historic neutron stars collision observed in space

[yuiyoshida]

[Kolesar]

1. Heavy elements like gold created in the collision of two neutron stars

I had thought elements heavier than iron were the result of a big solo star going supernova.
This new learning amazes me !! !!!

I often contemplate how particular heavy elements end up in particular places in the earth's crust.

[ffr]

4. I think this collision just shows other ways heavier elements can form

I don't think it rewrites supernova formation of heavier elements than iron, unless I'm misinterpreting this new discovery. With neutron stars colliding, they probably had the capacity to do a lot more of it.

[pangaia]

2. Fantastic. thanks Yuiyoshida...

[sagesnow]

3. Great explanation and

video representation of the neutron stars' orbits collapsing and final collision. Thanks for posting!