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A prominent star which forms part of the Orion constellation could soon explode, space experts say.
Researchers at the University of California, Berkley, say the giant red Betelgeuse has shrunk by 15% since 1993 and could turn into a supernova.
_http://uk.news.yahoo.com/5/20090611/twl-is-shrinking-star-about-to-blow-up-i-3fd0ae9.html
15% in under 20 years - thats a massive drop in size for a star!
Researchers at the University of California, Berkley, say the giant red Betelgeuse has shrunk by 15% since 1993 and could turn into a supernova.
_http://uk.news.yahoo.com/5/20090611/twl-is-shrinking-star-about-to-blow-up-i-3fd0ae9.html
15% in under 20 years - thats a massive drop in size for a star!