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Supernova remnant SN1006, composite image
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Supernova remnant SN1006, composite image
Supernova remnant SN 1006. Combined X-ray, radio and optical image of the supernova remnant SN 1006, an expanding shell of gas and dust from the explosion of a massive star. The colours show the type of radiation being detected: X-ray data (blue) is from the Chandra X-ray Observatory; radio data (red) is from the NRAOs Very Large Array and Green Bank Telescope; optical data (yellow and orange) is from various ground-based telescopes. This combined study shows new details of the supernovas shockwave. SN 1006 is located in the constellation of Lupus and is around 7000 light years from Earth. The area seen here is around 112 light years across. This image was published in 2008
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The captivating print showcases the mesmerizing Supernova remnant SN1006, a composite image that combines X-ray, radio, and optical data. This stunning visual captures the expanding shell of gas and dust resulting from the explosive demise of a massive star. The vivid colors in the image represent different types of radiation detected: blue signifies X-ray data captured by the Chandra X-ray Observatory; red represents radio data collected from NRAOs Very Large Array and Green Bank Telescope; while yellow and orange depict optical data gathered by various ground-based telescopes. This comprehensive study offers remarkable insights into the supernova's shockwave, revealing intricate details previously unseen. Located approximately 7000 light years away in the constellation of Lupus, SN1006 spans an impressive area of around 112 light years across. Published in 2008, this awe-inspiring image highlights how advancements in astrophysics have allowed us to delve deeper into our universe's mysteries. The photograph is a testament to humanity's relentless pursuit of knowledge about space and its celestial wonders. It serves as a reminder that even thousands of light years away, we can still uncover extraordinary phenomena through combined efforts utilizing cutting-edge technology like advanced CCD imaging spectrometers and space telescopes. With each discovery comes new revelations about our vast universe—its violent explosions, heated debris shells, and enigmatic remnants—all waiting to be explored further by curious minds fascinated by the wonders beyond our planet Earth.
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