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

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  • 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

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Theory

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  • Diagram of a Cataclysmic Variable
    Diagram of a Cataclysmic Variable

Novae

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