Earth's gold formed by stellar collisions, scientists say

The video discusses the observation of gamma ray bursts and the collision of neutron stars. It reveals that such mergers, occurring once every 10 millennia in our galaxy, eject heavy elements like gold. Scientists estimate that these events produce gold equivalent to the weight of 10 moons.

What cosmic event is associated with the observation of gamma ray bursts?

• The birth of a new star

• The collision of two neutron stars

• The explosion of a supernova

• The formation of a black hole

How often do neutron star mergers occur in our galaxy?

• Once every 1000 years

• Once every 500 years

• Once every 10 millennia

• Once every 100 years

What elements are ejected after the collision of neutron stars?

• Radioactive elements only

• Gaseous elements like oxygen and nitrogen

• Light elements like hydrogen and helium

• Precious metals and other heavy elements

What is the estimated amount of gold produced by a neutron star merger?

• Equivalent to the weight of 10 Earths

• Equivalent to the weight of 10 moons

• Equivalent to the weight of 10 suns

• Equivalent to the weight of 10 asteroids

Which of the following is a consequence of neutron star mergers?

• Production of heavy elements

• Formation of black holes

• Destruction of nearby planets

• Creation of new galaxies