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Crab Nebula - The remains of a supernova explosion witnessed by Chinese astronomers in 1054 AD.

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Crab Nebula

Also known as: M1, NGC 1952, Taurus A

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Analysis

A supernova remnant powered by a rapidly spinning neutron star (pulsar) at its centre.

Key Features

Central pulsar
Expanding filaments
Synchrotron radiation
Historical supernova

Fun Fact

The supernova was visible in daylight for 23 days

Observation Details

Coordinates: RA: 5h 34m 30.89s, Dec: +22° 0' 52.9"; Constellation: Taurus
Observation Date: December 1, 2005
Distance: 6.5 thousand light years

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