Astronomers discover green star 280 light-years away; what makes it glow green
Astronomers have discovered an intriguing white dwarf star designated WD J1330+6435, nestled within the Draco constellation.
Its striking green hue arises from the interaction of sodium and helium particles in its atmosphere.
This celestial body lies about 280 light-years from Earth, presenting itself as it was 280 years ago.
With a surface temperature nearing 4,000 degrees Celsius, its dimensions are comparable to that of our planet.
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