Core-collapse supernova

A core-collapse supernova occurs when a massive star exhausts its fuel, causing its core to collapse under gravity. This collapse causes the core to become extremely dense and hot, producing a shockwave that blasts the outer layers into space at incredible speeds. The explosion releases an enormous amount of energy, creating stunning brightness and dispersing elements needed for planets and life. This process usually forms a neutron star or black hole. It's a fundamental cosmic event that contributes to the ongoing cycle of matter and evolution in the universe.