What Makes the Crab Nebula One of the Most Dynamic Objects in the Universe?

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The Crab Nebula is highlighted for its visually dynamic characteristics, showcasing its rippling effects through various media. The discussion references a video from Hubble that captures the nebula's dynamic nature. Additionally, the light echoes from Supernova 1987A are mentioned as another example of cosmic dynamism, with links provided for visual exploration. These phenomena illustrate the captivating and ever-changing aspects of the universe. The focus remains on the stunning visual representations of these astronomical events.
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saw this movie a while ago but stumbled upon it again..

its the crab nebula rippling

http://hubblesite.org/newscenter/archive/releases/1996/22/video/

pretty cool how there are some things in the universe that are visually dynamic
 
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