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Observations show shock waves likely key to nova’s brightness

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Observations indicate the visible brightness of a nova is driven by gamma ray emissions from shockwaves in the post-explosion environment.

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  • Red hypergiant mimics Betelguese with dusty dimming on a vast scale

    7 March 2021
  • Evidence grows for pulsar at the heart of famed supernova remnant

    1 March 2021
  • Juno mission extended, will now study Jupiter’s moons and rings

    26 February 2021
  • Video provides thrilling bird’s eye view of Mars landing

    22 February 2021
  • Perseverance Mars rover lands on Mars, beams back dramatic photos

    19 February 2021
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