Astronomers have witnessed an unprecedented cosmic event: a star's death unlike anything seen before. Artificial intelligence flagged a peculiar supernova – a stellar explosion – triggered by a black hole's attack. This marks the first confirmed instance of this new supernova type.
The dying star, a "megastar" according to Science News Explores, was torn apart as it approached the black hole. Scientists believe the black hole's immense gravity ripped the star into a swirling disk of gas, creating a powerful explosion. This process, previously theorized, is now observed in real-time.
"It's a truly remarkable find," says The Washington Post, highlighting the unexpected nature of the discovery. The event provides valuable insights into the interaction between black holes and stars, potentially reshaping our understanding of stellar evolution and supernova dynamics. Further research is underway to analyze the data and unlock more secrets of this extraordinary cosmic collision.
