Supernova at redshift z = 0.51

The image shows a supernova at redshift z = 0.51 (corresponding to a distance of about 10,000 million light-years) is observed on five dates with the SUSI camera at the 3.6-m New Technology Telescope (NTT). The host galaxy is clearly visible and the supernova reaches its maximum brightness around 13 March 1997, after which it fades.

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ESO

À propos de l'image

Identification:eso9861a
Type:Observation
Date de publication:15 décembre 1998
Communiqués de presse en rapport:eso9861
Taille:2943 x 1959 px

À propos de l'objet

Nom:Supernova
Type:Early Universe : Star : Evolutionary Stage : Supernova
Distance:z=0.51 (redshift)
Catégorie:Stars

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