Historical Events tagged with "neutron star"
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Brightest Extrasolar Radiation Event Observed
In December, an enormous burst of X-ray radiation emanated from the magnetar SGR 1806-20, reaching Earth with unmatched brightness. This remarkable cosmic occurrence dazzled astronomers and provided unprecedented insights into magnetars, which are neutron stars with incredibly strong magnetic fields. The explosion is noted for being the brightest extrasolar event ever recorded, captivating scientists globally due to its intensity and rarity, highlighting the extraordinary power of such celestial phenomena.
Continue ReadingDiscovery of the first pulsar by astronomers
Jocelyn Bell Burnell and Antony Hewish discovered the first pulsar, PSR B1919+21, in the constellation of Vulpecula. Observed through a radio telescope in England, the pulsar emitted regular pulses of radio waves, leading to its classification as a neutron star. This extraordinary find marked a pivotal moment in astrophysics, revealing the complexities of stellar evolution and the existence of exotic objects in the universe.
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