Where does the universe's gold come from? Giant flares from extreme magnetic stars offer a clue

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Where Does The Universe's Gold Come From? Giant Flares From Extreme Magnetic Stars Offer A Clue

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A rupture in the crust of a highly magnetized neutron star, shown here in an artist’s rendering, can trigger high-energy eruptions. Scientists have finally gathered direct proof of how the universe forges its heaviest elements, a process that has rem ...Read more