Supernova (CCA31)

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What is a supernova?

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A supernova is a powerful and luminous explosion of a star, marking the end of its life cycle.

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What are the possible outcomes of a supernova explosion?

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A supernova can result in a Pulsar, a Neutron Star, or a Black Hole.

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What is the minimum mass required for a star to undergo a supernova?

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A star must have at least 1.4 solar masses to undergo a supernova.

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What is a Pulsar?

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A Pulsar is a type of neutron star that emits beams of radiation and rotates rapidly.

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How far can a supernova be detected?

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A supernova can be detected in all but galaxies at extremely large distances.

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What comes first in the life cycle of a star: Supernova, Neutron Star, or Black Hole?

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The Supernova comes first in the life cycle of a star.

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What is a Neutron Star?

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A Neutron Star is the remnant core of a massive star that has undergone a supernova explosion, composed mostly of neutrons.

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What is the significance of a supernova in the universe?

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Supernovae play a crucial role in the chemical enrichment of the universe, dispersing heavy elements into space.

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What is the difference between a supernova and a nova?

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A supernova is a more powerful explosion than a nova, which is a less energetic event involving a white dwarf.

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What is a Black Hole?

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A Black Hole is a region of space where the gravitational pull is so strong that nothing, not even light, can escape from it.