The Biggest-Ever Supernova, Debunked!

The video discusses the reevaluation of a record-breaking supernova, which was found to be a tidal disruption event caused by a supermassive black hole. It also covers the study of weather on exoplanet HAT-P-7 b, revealing high-speed winds and cloud formation due to its tidally locked nature. The video concludes with a promotion for SciShow Space and NerdCon.

What was initially thought to be the largest supernova ever recorded?

What conclusion did researchers come to regarding the signal that was thought to be from a supernova?

Describe what a tidal disruption event is.

What evidence suggests that the observed signal came from a star being ripped apart by a black hole?

What did astronomers discover about the weather on the gas giant planet HAT-P-7 b?