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Souped-up supernovas may produce much of the universe’s heavy elements

Analysis of a rare, ancient star suggests a new birthplace for elements like uranium and silver

illustration of a hypernova

Explosions of massive, magnetized stars (similar to the one illustrated) may be the source of much of the universe’s heavy elements.

Anna Serena Esposito

By Mara Johnson-Groh

- More than 2 years ago

Violent explosions of massive, magnetized stars may forge most of the universe’s heavy elements, such as silver and uranium.