Scientists Discover Unprecedented Gamma Ray Explosion
CAPE CANAVERAL, Fla. — Recently, scientists have made an exciting discovery: a powerful and long-lasting gamma ray explosion located outside our galaxy. This event has captured the attention of researchers worldwide.
Using both Earth-based and space telescopes, including the renowned Hubble, astronomers studied this unusual explosion of high-energy radiation first detected in July. The findings were reported earlier this week, revealing that this gamma ray event is unlike anything observed before.
Typically, gamma ray bursts last only a few minutes or even milliseconds, as they are caused by the collapse of dying stars or the destructive pull of black holes. However, this latest explosion delivered repeated bursts over the course of an entire day, making it an extraordinary case for scientists.
Experts describe this long and recurring gamma ray explosion as puzzling, likening it to a cosmic mystery that still needs to be solved. More observations are necessary to pinpoint its exact location and understand the underlying mechanisms.
The findings were shared by a European-led research team in a publication in the Astrophysical Journal Letters. As scientists continue their work, this discovery opens the door for further exploration into the wonders of our universe.
