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Remnant of Supernova 1604 (Kepler's Supernova)

Remnant of Supernova 1604, also known as Kepler's Supernova, is the expanding cloud of debris from a massive star that exploded in 1604. Located in the constellation Ophiuchus, it marks a historic stellar explosion visible to the naked eye. The supernova's remnants consist of ejected gases and dust traveling at high speeds, interacting with surrounding material and emitting light across various wavelengths. Studying these remnants helps astronomers understand the life cycles of stars and the forces involved in such powerful supernovae events. Kepler's Supernova remains an important object for exploring stellar evolution and cosmic phenomena.