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The Progenitor of a Type Ia Supernova

The Progenitor of a Type Ia Supernova
  • Release Date
    October 27, 2004
  • Science Release
    Stellar Survivor from 1572 A.D. Explosion Supports Supernova Theory
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    NASA, ESA and A. Feild (STScI)

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