Indium

Indium assumes astronomical significance owing to its involvement in nucleosynthesis processes within stars, especially during cataclysmic events such as supernovae and neutron star mergers. Despite existing in minor quantities compared to more abundant cosmic elements, indium plays a role in diversifying the chemical composition of specific astronomical regions. Detectable through its spectral lines observable in the ultraviolet, visible, and infrared spectra, indium's analysis within cosmic environments poses challenges due to its scarcity and relatively weak spectral features. Its detection in trace amounts within certain celestial environments, including specific star types and remnants of stellar explosions, contributes to the observed chemical variety in these cosmic domains.