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Betelgeuse, the red giant star located on the shoulder of Orion's warrior, has exhibited peculiar behavior, which has generated great anticipation for witnessing a once-in-a-lifetime spectacle. Some suggest that the increase in brightness could be indicative of the star approaching its supernova, but when exactly will this occur? Experts speculate that it could be in the near future. Although you may not be on a first name basis, it is likely that you have seen the magnificent Betelgeuse. A glowing reddish dot shines brightly in the constellation Orion. At present, Betelgeuse is extremely massive. In fact, if we were to place it at the heart of our solar system, its surface would extend beyond the orbit of Mars. This colossal and easily observable star continues to fascinate us. Betelgeuse changes before our eyes because of its relative closeness to our galaxy. It is a semi-regular variable star, meaning that its brightness fluctuates, sometimes dramatically, as it moves toward its imminent final collapse in the form of a supernova explosion. In recent years, Betelgeuse has become even more interesting due to unexpected fluctuations in its brightness, which we still find puzzling. Although its behavior in its Unknown Territory has been strange, its recent behavior is attributed to a phenomenon known as the great dimming, which occurred between 2019 and 2020.
