Neutron Star and Jets (Annotated) (IMAGE)

International Centre for Radio Astronomy Research

Neutron Star and Jets (Annotated)

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This is an annotated artist's impression of the binary star system PSR J1023+0038. An ultra-dense neutron star pulls gas from its companion, launching jets powerful enough to rival those from black holes.

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