Neutron Stars - A Closer Perspective:

  • Released Monday, July 21st, 2008
  • Updated Wednesday, May 3rd, 2023 at 1:55PM
  • ID: 20157
Two views of a Neutron Star: First, a closeup view of a neutron star cycling before, during and after a gamma ray burst and second, crossing a Protoplanetary Nebula toward an elusive Neutron Star

Close in as a Neutron Star emits a Gamma Ray Burst.

HD 1280x720 - Approaching a Neutron Star across a Protoplanetary Nebula

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NASA/Goddard Space Flight Center Conceptual Image Lab

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