Astronomy Picture of the Day ·
GRB970508 Delivers Predicted Radio Emission
The Astronomy Picture of the Day for May 21, 1997 is “GRB970508 Delivers Predicted Radio Emission,” an image. It is credited to Credit: M. R. Metzger (Caltech), D. Frail (NRAO) et al., Palomar Observatory, 200-in Hale Telescope. The original explanation runs about 151 words.
From the explanation
“New evidence bolsters once controversial claims that Gamma-Ray Bursts (GRBs) are the most powerful explosions ever found by humanity. Two weeks ago, an average GRB became instantly historic when prompt, coincident X-ray and optical emissions were identified.”
— APOD editors, May 21, 1997
Read the full explanation on science.nasa.gov
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At a glance
- Date
- May 21, 1997
- Type
- Image
- Credit
- Credit: M. R. Metzger (Caltech), D. Frail (NRAO) et al., Palomar Observatory, 200-in Hale Telescope
- Copyright
- No copyright notice on the entry. Check the credited institution’s own usage rules before reusing it.
- Explanation length
- About 151 words