A light echo is a phenomenon where light emitted from a source, such as a star or an explosion, reflects off surrounding materials (such as dust or gas) and travels back to an observer after a delay. This effect can occur in various astronomical contexts, notably in supernovae, where the light from the explosion may illuminate surrounding interstellar material, creating a series of echoes that can be observed over time as the light reflects off different surfaces at varying distances.
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