Flares from Magnetized Stars Can Forge Planets' Worth of Gold
Flares from Magnetized Stars Can Forge Planets' Worth of Gold
In a surprising twist to our understanding of cosmic alchemy, scientists have discovered evidence that flares from highly magnetized stars, specifically neutron stars and magnetars, may be capable of producing massive amounts of gold and other heavy elements. This discovery calls into question long-held beliefs about how elements such as gold, platinum, and uranium are formed and distributed throughout space.
