Astronomers Unlock 800-Year-Old Supernova Secrets with a Composite Image of SNR 1181

By Rahul Somvanshi - 2 8/03/24

The puzzles surrounding the 800-year-old supernova SNR 1181 have been solved, and a composite image that mesmerizes the universe has been revealed.

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Captured in X-rays, optical, and infrared wavelengths, the mysterious relics of SNR 1181 reveal a tale of star death and rebirth.

The composite image of SNR 1181 illustrates a cosmic ballet of destruction, in which the union of two white dwarf stars tells the story of the universe's instability.

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The accuracy and commitment of the Chandra X-ray Observatory allowed for the finding of SNR 1181, which is a radiation source in the Cassiopeia constellation.

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The 'zombie' star in SNR 1181's core, with stellar winds as fast as 16,000 km/h, is evidence of the universe's violent nature. SNR 1181

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The visible light emission of heated sulfur highlights the radial structure of SNR 1181, as seen by Pan-STARRS and the Hiltner 2.4 m telescope on Earth. SNR 1181