A stunning composite image showcasing the Firework Nebula (GK Persei), the expanding ejecta from a nova explosion in 1901. The image, a blend of data from 2003 and 2011, reveals the nebula's intricate structure and vibrant colors against a backdrop of distant stars. This classical nova resulted from a thermonuclear outburst in a binary star system, highlighting the dynamic processes shaping our universe.
Astronomy Picture from 05/11/2011
GK Per: Nova of 1901
Source: https://apod.nasa.gov/apod/ap111105.html
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