SN 1998bw

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SN 1998bw
Observation data (Epoch )
Supernova type Type I (possibly Ib)
Remnant type ?
Host Galaxy ESO 184-G82
Constellation Telescopium
Right ascension 19h 35m 03.30s
Declination −52° 50′ 45.9″
Galactic coordinates 344.99 -27.72
Discovery Date April 26, 1998
Distance {{{distance}}}
Physical characteristics
Progenitor ?
Progenitor type ?
Colour (B-V) ?
Notable features ?

SN 1998bw was a rare type I/Ib gamma ray supernova detected on April 26, 1998 in the ESO 184-G82 spiral galaxy, which some astronomers feel may be an example of a collapsar.[1]

[edit] References

  1. ^ Gamma-Ray Supernova 1998bw. The Anglo-Australian Observatory. Retrieved on 2006-10-20.


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