Astronomy Picture of the Day ·
Supernova Remnant E0102-72 from Radio to X-Ray
The Astronomy Picture of the Day for April 14, 2000 is “Supernova Remnant E0102-72 from Radio to X-Ray,” an image. It is credited to Credit: X-ray ( NASA / CXC / SAO ); optical ( NASA / HST ); radio: ( ATNF / ATCA ). The original explanation runs about 161 words.
From the explanation
“Not all stars form a big Q after they explode. The shape of supernova remnant E0102-72 , however, is giving astronomers a clue about how tremendous explosions disperse elements and interact with surrounded gas.”
— APOD editors, April 14, 2000
Read the full explanation on science.nasa.gov
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At a glance
- Date
- April 14, 2000
- Type
- Image
- Credit
- Credit: X-ray ( NASA / CXC / SAO ); optical ( NASA / HST ); radio: ( ATNF / ATCA )
- Copyright
- No copyright notice on the entry. Check the credited institution’s own usage rules before reusing it.
- Explanation length
- About 161 words