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Extra-Long Blasts Challenge Our Theories of Cosmic Cataclysms

The Quanta Podcast

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Mysteries of Neutron Star Collisions and Gamma-Ray Bursts

This chapter explores the surprising observations of gamma-ray bursts from neutron star collisions, challenging existing theories in astrophysics. It discusses advancements in technology that allowed astronomers to detect these events and the significant discoveries that have reshaped our understanding of cosmic cataclysms.

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