Witnessing the Rare Phenomenon of Star Explosion in the Sky, Without Expensive Telescope!

Watching Rare Phenomenon of Star Explosion in the Sky, Without Expensive Telescope!

Dream - In 2024, we can witness a rare phenomenon of a star explosion, known as a nova. This information was released by NASA on its official website. This phenomenon can be seen with the naked eye without the need for expensive telescopes. This nova explosion occurs in the binary system of Corona Borealis, which consists of one dead white dwarf star and one aging red giant star.

Witnessing the Rare Phenomenon of Star Explosion in the Sky, Without Expensive Telescope!

Corona Borealis is located about 3,000 light years from Earth. The white dwarf star named T Coronae Borealis (T CrB) that is about to explode has a mass similar to the Sun, but its diameter is about a hundred times smaller. This condition makes the gravity of the white dwarf star very strong.

When the red giant in the T CrB system releases matter, the gravity of T CrB attracts and accumulates it on its own surface. This process takes place over years until it reaches its limit. When too much matter reaches the surface of the white dwarf, a thermonuclear reaction similar to a bomb explosion will occur, and the white dwarf will explode the matter.

Based on NASA's statement, the rare cosmic event is believed to occur between now and September 2024 and can be observed with the naked eye without the need for expensive telescopes.

"Last Nova Explosion"

The last nova explosion occurred in 1946, and the estimated time until the next explosion is around 80 years. NASA cannot determine the exact date of the explosion, but it is estimated to occur between now and September 2024. The Corona Borealis star system is generally too dim to be seen with the naked eye.

Can be viewed without any equipment

However, when a nova explosion occurs, its brightness level is estimated to be similar to Polaris or the North Star. When it reaches its peak brightness, the star will appear like a new star emerging in the sky. This phenomenon can be observed for several days without any equipment, and around a week using a telescope before it fades and disappears from sight for about 80 years again.

The following 'Bahasa' text translated to 'English' while preserving any html tags: "The nova event will occur within the small arc between the Boötes and Hercules constellations in the sky. This phenomenon can be observed from the Northern Hemisphere, including some regions of Indonesia. Nevertheless, astronomers remain cautious because this explosion can happen at any time, without a specific date."

To get the latest information about this star explosion, you can follow the NASAUniverse account on X (formerly Twitter), which will provide updates on the explosion and its appearance. So, don't miss the opportunity to witness this rare phenomenon in the sky in 2024.

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