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Anywhere there are massive stars. They are relatively rare events but many have been observed since records began. The first observed Supernova was in 185 in Centaurus and was almost as bright as the moon.
Our closest candidate is IK Pegasi located at a distance of only 150 light years.
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∙ 14y ago
Supernovas occur in outer space within a star's core when it collapses under its own weight or as a result of a type of stellar explosion. These dramatic events can release more energy in seconds than our sun will produce in its entire lifetime.
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∙ 14y agoSupernova are sudden cataclysmic events that happen within seconds. They are rare events and that is one reason that they are so little understood.
Supernova remnants can be viewed, such as the crab nebula, but to view an actual supernova in progress is almost impossible to predict.
The most likely object to go supernova in our lifetime is Betelgeuse but there may well be others that will explode before then.
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∙ 12y agoWhere the progenitor star exists.
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What actually are Supernovas?
Supernovas are the explosions of large stars in space.
What type of star explodes in a type II supernova?
Massive stars, typically with a mass greater than 8 times that of our Sun, explode in a type II supernova. These stars undergo a core collapse followed by a massive explosion, resulting in the release of vast amounts of energy and debris into space.
Are supernovas bigger than a galaxy?
No, they are much smaller.
How are the inner planets believed to have been formed?
The explosions of supernovas
Should you be worried about supernovas?
No, you should not be worried about supernovas. While they are powerful explosions of dying stars, they are typically far enough away from Earth to pose any direct threat to us.
What do supernovas release when they explode?
gases.
How do binary stars differ form the supernovas and novas?
binary stars are two stars that orbit each other while supernovas and novas stars are stars that explode when it runs out of fuel
What actually are Supernovas?
Supernovas are the explosions of large stars in space.
Can you create supernovas?
no
Do stars create supernovas?
Stars do not create supernovas. Supernovas happen to stars. A supernova is when a star, bigger than our own sun, explodes due to the lack of gas they need.
What did supernovas and its elements have to do with the sun being born?
Star Dust from supernovas is what makes technically 'everything' in the Universe.
Why are supernovas called supernovas?
They are not. A supernova is an explosion of a star. Blue stars usually end their lives in such explosions.
Where can supernovas be found?
In space.
What is produced in great numbers by supernovas?
A great energy and light is produced by the supernovas. Therefore, a great number of photons is produced.
Can humans see supernovas?
Yes.
Are supernovas stars planets colored?
No. Supernovas are cataclysmic eruptions from massive stars that have come to the end of their lives. See related questions
Are exploding stars called shooting stars or supernovas?
Supernovas. A 'shooting star' is not a star at all, it is a meteor glowing as it enters the earth's atmosphere.
