Elemental abundances in the universe are determined by stellar nucleosynthesis processes
the verdict
SUPPORTED
the evidence backs this
confidence 77/100
Elemental abundances throughout the universe are formed and distributed primarily through stellar nucleosynthesis processes, such as core-collapse supernovae, neutron-capture reactions, and stellar evolution.
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Photon strength functions and nuclear level densities: invaluable input for nucleosynthesis.
2024 · cited by 1
Discusses how nuclear reactions shape abundance outcomes via i-, r-, and p-processes in nucleosynthesis.
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Accurate determination of chemical abundances near a supermassive black hole.
2026 · cited by 0
Demonstrates how metal abundance patterns in galactic environments are produced by combinations of core-collapse and type Ia supernovae.
Presolar Grains as Probes of Supernova Nucleosynthesis.
2024 · cited by 0
Examines how presolar supernova grains provide direct isotopic evidence of nucleosynthesis mechanisms and mixing processes.
The <sup>22</sup>Ne( α ,n)<sup>25</sup>Mg reaction - state of the art, astrophysics, and perspectives.
2025 · cited by 0
Highlights specific neutron-capture reactions in stellar environments that drive the s-process and significantly affect elemental abundances.