RCW103
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Observation Data Epoch J2000 |
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IAU Constellation | Norma |
Right Ascension | 161348 |
Declination | 5055 |
Distance | 10000 ly (3000 pc) |
Nebula | listing of nebulae |
RCW103 is a supernova remnant. It is approximately 2000 years old and contains x-ray source 1E 161348-5055 at its heart. It is 10,000 light years away in the constellation Norma (constellation).
[edit] External links
- Supernova Leaves Behind Mysterious Object (SpaceDaily)