Friday, March 29, 2024
HomeTop NewsThe Russian Observatory has discovered a thermonuclear supernova in our galaxy

The Russian Observatory has discovered a thermonuclear supernova in our galaxy

Published on

spot_img

Roscosmos shared interesting news – Russian Astrophysical Orbital Observatory Spektr -RG discovered a thermonuclear supernova in our galaxy.

The record sensitivity of the EROSITA telescope (one of the two telescopes on the Spectra-RG board) makes it possible to detect very rare and unusual sources of X-ray radiation in the sky.

One of these sources is a “circular” object whose angular size is 8 times the diameter of the Moon. The Russian astronomers who discovered this object named it G116.6-26.1, according to the coordinates of the sky. They believe it is the remnant of a thermonuclear supernova that exploded 40,000 years ago.

Scientists say the discovery of an old thermonuclear supernova remnant in our galaxy is a rare event, only the fifth in the entire history of observations.

Also, G116.6-26.1 k is not at the level of the galaxy, as one would expect, but 4,000 light-years above it and 10,000 light-years from the Sun. Supernova debris has not yet been seen.

Scientists estimate that all objects in a star 1.4 times heavier than the Sun were ejected by an explosion at a speed of about 3000 km / sec. The remnant now has a gigantic material size of about 600-700 light-years in diameter.

See also  Open-air Schönach: Band Wombats attracts many fans in Schönachter Kurpark - St. Georg, Triburg & surroundings

Latest articles

Top 7 Casino Etiquette Rules Rabona Casino Members Must Follow

Probably many newbies will be surprised, but in a casino, like in a theater...

Innovation in tennis brings opportunities and challenges

The sport of tennis has changed drastically over the last few decades, with the...

5 Ways To Bet Responsibly in Ireland

From the thrill of soaring through the sky while skydiving to the adrenaline rush...

Ireland Must Appoint Carsley Despite Given’s Comments

Stephen Kenny's reign as Ireland manager came to an abrupt end after they failed...

More like this

Top 7 Casino Etiquette Rules Rabona Casino Members Must Follow

Probably many newbies will be surprised, but in a casino, like in a theater...

Innovation in tennis brings opportunities and challenges

The sport of tennis has changed drastically over the last few decades, with the...

5 Ways To Bet Responsibly in Ireland

From the thrill of soaring through the sky while skydiving to the adrenaline rush...