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Scientists reveal first 'zombie' star with ghostly green glow
Original: Scientists reveal first ‘zombie’ star with ‘ghostly green glow’ — and fascinating reason behind hue
Scientists have identified the first so-called 'zombie' star, a stellar remnant that continues to shine after what should have been a fatal cosmic event. The star stands out for an unusual ghostly green glow, and researchers say the distinctive hue has a fascinating explanation rooted in the physics of the surrounding material.
Why now: The striking imagery and unusual phenomenon of a star surviving its own death make it a viral science story.
Evidence
- Scientists reveal first ‘zombie’ star with ‘ghostly green glow’ — and fascinating reason behind hue · New York Post
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