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HD 131488 planetary collision, artwork C015 / 0785
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HD 131488 planetary collision, artwork C015 / 0785
HD 131488 planetary collision. Artwork of two large rocky bodies colliding in the inner planetary system of the HD 131488 star. This star is some 500 light years from Earth, in the constellation of Centaurus. The collision has been inferred from observations of a ring of dust surrounding the star. The composition of this dust is not as expected, possibly because the collision may have occurred relatively recently. It is thought this collision took place in a mature system, involving an Earth-like planet supporting life. The collision would have destroyed all life. The results were published in 2010
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This artwork, titled "HD 131488 Planetary Collision" depicts a catastrophic event in the inner planetary system of the HD 131488 star. The image showcases two immense rocky bodies colliding with tremendous force, resulting in a devastating destruction that would have wiped out any existing life. Located some 500 light years away from Earth in the constellation of Centaurus, this collision was inferred from observations of a peculiar ring of dust surrounding the star. The composition of this dust differs from what was expected, suggesting that the collision may have occurred relatively recently. What makes this event even more intriguing is that it took place within a mature system, potentially involving an Earth-like planet capable of supporting life. However, all traces of existence were obliterated by this cataclysmic clash. Published in 2010, these findings shed light on the violent nature and unpredictability of our universe. This mesmerizing illustration serves as a reminder that even seemingly stable celestial bodies can meet their demise through cosmic collisions. As we contemplate this scene depicting annihilation on an unimaginable scale, we are reminded to appreciate and protect our own fragile planet amidst the vastness and uncertainty of space.
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