SN 1998bw
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| SN 1998bw | |
| Observation data (Epoch ) | |
|---|---|
| Supernova type | Type I (possibly Ib) |
| Remnant type | ? |
| Host Galaxy | ESO 184-G82 |
| Constellation | Telescopium |
| Right ascension | 19h 35m 03.30s |
| Declination | −52° 50′ 45.9″ |
| Galactic coordinates | 344.99 -27.72 |
| Discovery Date | April 26, 1998 |
| Distance | {{{distance}}} |
| Physical characteristics | |
| Progenitor | ? |
| Progenitor type | ? |
| Colour (B-V) | ? |
| Notable features | ? |
SN 1998bw was a rare type I/Ib gamma ray supernova detected on April 26, 1998 in the ESO 184-G82 spiral galaxy, which some astronomers feel may be an example of a collapsar.[1]
[edit] References
- ^ Gamma-Ray Supernova 1998bw. The Anglo-Australian Observatory. Retrieved on 2006-10-20.
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