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Xenon

Xenon possesses astronomical significance due to its formation during nucleosynthesis within stars, notably in explosive phenomena such as supernovae, contributing to the creation of heavier elements. Despite its relatively limited abundance compared to more prevalent cosmic elements, xenon enriches the chemical diversity of specific astronomical regions. Detectable through spectral lines across the ultraviolet, visible, and infrared spectra, studying xenon in cosmic environments presents challenges due to its scarcity and weaker spectral characteristics. Trace amounts of xenon have been detected in certain celestial environments, including distinct stellar types and remnants of stellar explosions, augmenting the observed chemical complexity within these cosmic domains.