The blue spot at the centre of the red ring is an isolated neutron star in the Small Magellanic Cloud.

Neutron stars get a kick.

Neutron stars get a kick. Many rocket away at hundreds of km/s.

Supernova: The Asymmetry Mystery

A detailed image of a supernova remnant showcasing intricate cosmic patterns and celestial beauty.

What causes the shove?

Ideas include convection in the collapsing star, asymmetric ejection, or asymmetrical neutrino emissions. Jets from an accretion disk might also drive it.

Supernova: The Asymmetry Mystery

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