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Cassiopeia A Supernova Remnant
Zoom into the supernova remnant known as Cassiopeia A. The new Hubble image shows the complex and intricate structure of the star's shattered fragments. It is the youngest known supernova remnant in the Milky Way, and is located in the constellation Cassiopeia.
- Release DateAugust 29, 2006
- Science ReleaseCassiopeia A – The Colorful Aftermath of a Violent Stellar Death
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Supernova Remnant Cassiopeia A – December 2004
A new image taken with NASA's Hubble Space Telescope provides a detailed look at the tattered remains of a supernova explosion known as Cassiopeia A (Cas A). It is the youngest known remnant from a supernova explosion in the Milky Way. The new Hubble image shows the complex and...
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Mar 14, 2025
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