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Neutron Stars
⭐ MasteredA neutron star is the super-dense core left behind after a large star explodes. A teaspoon of neutron star material would weigh billions of tonnes.
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Neutron stars can spin many times per second.
All about Neutron Stars
A neutron star is the super-dense core left behind after a large star explodes. A teaspoon of its material would weigh billions of tonnes.
Neutron stars can spin many times per second.
It is about the size of a city but has more mass than the Sun.
They are among the most extreme objects in the universe, and studying them helps scientists understand gravity and matter under incredible pressure.
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Real-life uses of Neutron Stars
- Testing physics theories
- Studying extreme matter
- Astronomy research
Frequently asked questions about Neutron Stars
What is a neutron star?
A super-dense core left after a star explodes.
How fast can they spin?
Many times per second.