Tellurium

Tellurium bears astronomical significance owing to its formation during nucleosynthesis within stars, notably in diverse stellar events such as supernovae, contributing to the production of heavier elements. Despite its relatively modest abundance compared to more prevalent cosmic elements, tellurium adds to the chemical diversity of specific astronomical regions. Detectable through spectral lines across the ultraviolet, visible, and infrared spectra, identifying and studying tellurium in cosmic environments poses challenges due to its scarcity and weaker spectral characteristics. Trace amounts of tellurium have been detected in specific celestial settings, including certain stellar types and remnants of stellar explosions, enriching the observed chemical makeup within these cosmic domains.