New Supernova, and Internet on the Moon

Astronomers have observed a supernova in real-time, changing our understanding of massive stars. The discovery was made using a new alert system, revealing a rare Wolf-Rayet star going supernova. This observation challenges previous beliefs about these stars. Additionally, NASA and MIT have developed a laser communication system for the moon, enabling faster data transmission and potentially extending to Mars.

What was the size comparison of the star observed in the supernova to our sun?

• 10 times larger

• 20 times larger

• 5 times larger

• 15 times larger

Which type of star was observed going supernova for the first time?

• Red Giant

• Neutron Star

• White Dwarf

• Wolf-Rayet

What was the name of the system that detected the supernova?

• Palomar Observatory

• Intermediate Palomar Transient Factory

• Hubble Space Telescope

• Kepler Space Observatory

What technology is used in the Lunar Laser Communication Demonstration?

• Laser pulses

• Infrared signals

• Microwaves

• Radio waves

How much faster is the laser communication system compared to radio?

• 1000 times faster

• 2000 times faster

• 4800 times faster

• 3000 times faster