Hubble Space Telescope Visible-Light Data of Kepler's Supernova Remnant
Supernovae are extremely luminous and cause a burst of radiation that often briefly outshines an entire galaxy, before fading from view over several weeks or months. During this short interval a supernova can radiate as much energy as the Sun is expected to emit over its entire life span.
About the Image
About the Object
| Name: | Kepler's SN |
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| Type: | Milky Way : Nebula : Type : Supernova Remnant |
| Distance: | 13000 light years |
| Constellation: | Ophiuchus |
| Category: | Nebulae |
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Coordinates
| Position (RA): | 17 30 41.50 |
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| Position (Dec): | -21° 29' 33.17" |
| Field of view: | 4.96 x 4.96 arcminutes |
| Orientation: | North is 0.1° left of vertical |
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Colours & filters
| Band | Telescope |
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| Optical | Hubble Space Telescope |