Key Takeaways:
- A Hubble Space Telescope image depicts a triple-ring system associated with Supernova 1987A, highlighting bright spots on the inner ring.
- The image is credited to NASA, ESA, P. Challis, and R. Kirshner of the Harvard-Smithsonian Center for Astrophysics.
- The referenced material includes a discussion of Supernova 1987A and challenges in comprehending supernovae.
- Accompanying audio content is available for download, along with opportunities for listener feedback and podcast subscription.
This Hubble telescope image shows the supernova’s triple-ring system, including the bright spots along the inner ring of gas surrounding the exploded star.
NASA, ESA, P. Challis and R. Kirshner (Harvard-Smithsonian Center for Astrophysics)
September 13, 2007
In this week’s show, Astronomy Senior Editor Rich Talcott looks back at Supernova 1987A and obstacles to our understanding of supernovae.
In this week’s show, Astronomy Senior Editor Rich Talcott looks back at Supernova 1987A and obstacles to our understanding of supernovae.
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