2024 has been a year full of astronomical events impressive, from lunar eclipses, solar eclipses, meteor showers, conjunctions of planets, star explosions, among others. Which have been visible in the night sky. In the coming months we will be able to witness the explosion of the nova T. Coronae Borealis.
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The explosion of the nova T Coronae Borealis, also known as “Blaze Star” It only occurs once every 80 years, making it an unmissable opportunity to observe this astronomical phenomenon. We tell you the details about when and the best recommendations to see it.
What is a nova explosion?
The National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA) reports that a nova is a stellar explosion, in which, a white dwarf star It orbits near a larger one (a red giant). Unlike a supernova, the nova does not completely destroy the star, but still causes an increase in its brightness.
The red giant is losing its outer layers, so the white dwarf is accumulating material, once it has enough, it will lead to a thermonuclear explosion, which will be visible from Earth. According to NASA, the last time a nova T Coronae Borealis It was in 1946, that is, approximately 80 years ago.
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When and how to see the T Coronae Borealis supernova explosion?
The new T Coronae Borealis It does not have an exact date for its observation, however, astronomy experts report that the explosion could occur between the months of June to September, with better visibility in the northern hemisphere.
When it reaches its maximum brightness, its luminosity will be similar to that known as the North Star. The nova T Coronae Borealis, is found in the Corona Borealis constellationbetween the constellations of Bootes and Hercules.
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