Supernova 1987a Ring
Latest Hubble image shows knot in ring significantly brighter.
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About the Object
| Name: | SN 1987A |
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| Type: | Local Universe : Star : Evolutionary Stage : Supernova |
| Constellation: | Dorado |
| Category: | Stars |
Coordinates
| Position (RA): | 5 35 27.98 |
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| Position (Dec): | -69° 16' 11.25" |
| Field of view: | 0.10 x 0.10 arcminutes |
| Orientation: | North is 68.7° right of vertical |
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