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The Cosmic Connection: Life Through the Death of Stars

This chapter explores the work of a scientist who studies the life cycle of stars, referring to himself as a 'stellar mortician.' It emphasizes the crucial role that stellar explosions play in synthesizing essential elements for life on Earth, connecting our existence to the cosmos.

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