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astronomy1 year ago

"Get Ready for a Once-in-a-Lifetime Nova: A Spectacular Space Explosion to Watch This Year"

Astronomers predict that the recurring nova "T Coronae Borealis" will become visible to the naked eye in 2024, marking a rare stargazing opportunity in the constellation Corona Borealis. This event occurs when a white dwarf in a binary system gathers material from its red giant companion, leading to a massive explosion visible from Earth. The star is expected to erupt between February and September 2024, reaching a magnitude of +2 and remaining visible for several days with the naked eye and for at least a week with binoculars.

via WJW FOX 8 News Cleveland|
#astronomical-event#astronomy#constellation-corona-borealis
astronomy1 year ago

"Rare Celestial Event: Massive Star Explosion to Illuminate Sky"

The recurring nova T Coronae Borealis, located 3,000 light years from Earth, is expected to undergo a massive explosion visible in the night sky over the next five months, offering a rare opportunity for amateur astronomers to witness this extraordinary event. This binary star system, known as the "Blaze Star," experiences periodic outbursts due to interactions between its white dwarf and red giant stars, resulting in a runaway nuclear explosion and the temporary appearance of a new, bright star in the night sky. Astronomers are eagerly anticipating the event, which will be observable without advanced technology, and the James Webb space telescope will also be directed towards the phenomenon.

via Phys.org|
#amateur-astronomers#astronomical-event#astronomy
astronomy1 year ago

"Rare Nova Explosion: How to See the 'New' Star in the Sky"

T Coronae Borealis, a binary star system, is set to emit a burst of energy visible to the naked eye in the coming months, occurring about every 80 years as the smaller white dwarf steals matter from the red giant, leading to a fusion reaction. This recurring nova process is expected to take place between now and September in the constellation Corona Borealis.

via KCRA Sacramento|
#astronomy#binary-star-system#fusion-reaction