Out with a Bang.

Supernova 2023ixf has also given astrophysicists their earliest-ever detailed glimpse of the intricate interactions between a supernova's shock wave and the material the star had previously shed. Researchers also want to know where the bright burst of energy seen during a supernova comes from - whether it's entirely from the explosion or partly from the impact of the supernova shock wave on the surrounding debris. Red supergiants' dying days are crucial for understanding how supernovae enrich galaxies. [Extracted from the article]