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astronomy2 years ago•4 min saved

Reimagining Classical Novae: Unveiling the Intriguing World of Space Explosions

A graduate researcher studying classical novae using the Very Long Baseline Array (VLBA) has discovered non-thermal emissions from the classical nova V1674 Herculis, challenging the conventional understanding of these celestial objects as simple heat-induced explosions. This finding reveals more complexity in the behavior of classical novae and could provide new insights into their explosive tendencies. The VLBA observations of V1674 Herculis, which is the fastest classical nova on record, suggest a more intricate scenario than previously believed, and further investigations are underway to determine the cause of the non-thermal energy.

via SciTechDaily|

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astronomy2 years ago•3 min saved

Very Long Baseline Array Uncovers Complexity of Classical Novae Explosions in Space.

Using the National Radio Astronomy Observatory's Very Long Baseline Array (VLBA), scientists have detected non-thermal emission from a classical nova with a dwarf companion, contradicting the historical belief that these systems produce only thermal emissions. The VLBA observations of V1674 Herculis, the fastest classical nova on record, provide a detailed picture of the non-thermal emission and suggest that classical novae are more complex than previously thought. The team's findings are an important step in understanding the hidden lives of classical novae and what ultimately leads to their explosive behavior.

via Phys.org|

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