Nova

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A nova is a cataclysmic nuclear explosion caused by the accretion of hydrogen onto the surface of a white dwarf star.

Observation[edit]

  • Artist's conception of a white dwarf star accreting hydrogen from a larger companion.

    Artist's conception of a white dwarf star accreting hydrogen from a larger companion.

  • Nova: Before and after.

    Nova: Before and after.

  • Nova cygni 1992.

    Nova cygni 1992.

  • Images of the star V838 Monocerotis.

    Images of the star V838 Monocerotis.

  • Nova in M31 (Andromeda Galaxy)

    Nova in M31 (Andromeda Galaxy)

  • V1500 Cyg (Nova Cygni 1975) Light Curve

    V1500 Cyg (Nova Cygni 1975) Light Curve

  • Nova Eridani 2009 with a 14" telescope at 2009-11-30

    Nova Eridani 2009 with a 14" telescope at 2009-11-30

Evolution[edit]

Theory[edit]

  • Diagram of a Cataclysmic Variable

    Diagram of a Cataclysmic Variable

Novae

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