The spectacular final chapters of a star's life have been captured in unprecedented detail by the James Webb Space Telescope
The spectacular final chapters of a star's life have been captured in unprecedented detail by the James Webb Space Telescope.
Astronomers say the image of the Ring Nebula - which got its name from its wispy, doughnut-like structure - may provide new insights into what happens to the celestial bodies as they die. Dr Mike Barlow, who led an international team of scientists on the project, said it offered"a preview ofRing Nebula is 2,600 light years away from Earth and was born from a dying star that expelled its outer layers, showcased in the picture by the glowing pink ring.Like fireworks, different chemical elements in the nebula can emit light of specific colours - allowing astronomers to study their evolution in detail.
Dr Barlow said the new image of Ring Nebula, also known as Messier 57, also revealed the inner region around the central white dwarf"in exquisite clarity".
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