The Universe's Secret Weapons and How They Affect Earth - How the Universe Works - Science Channel

The universe is a volatile environment filled with extreme phenomena. From the violent supernovae of massive stars like Betelgeuse and the predatory nature of \"vampire stars\" to the silent collapse of \"unnovas\" and the devastating potential of gamma-ray bursts, the cosmos contains numerous mechanisms capable of obliterating entire planetary systems and extinguishing all forms of life.