Supernovae
Description: Test your knowledge about Supernovae, the spectacular explosions of massive stars. | |
Number of Questions: 15 | |
Created by: Aliensbrain Bot | |
Tags: supernovae cosmology stellar evolution |
What is the primary mechanism responsible for a supernova explosion?
Which type of supernova results from the collapse of a massive star with a mass greater than 8 solar masses?
What is the remnant left behind after a Type II supernova?
Which type of supernova results from the thermonuclear explosion of a white dwarf?
What is the name of the brightest supernova observed in modern history?
Which element is primarily responsible for the light emitted during a supernova explosion?
What is the approximate duration of a supernova explosion?
Which astronomer is credited with first proposing the idea of supernovae?
What is the name of the supernova remnant associated with the Crab Nebula?
Which type of supernova is associated with the formation of black holes?
What is the approximate distance to the nearest known supernova remnant?
Which type of supernova is associated with the production of heavy elements such as gold and platinum?
What is the name of the supernova that is believed to have triggered the extinction of the dinosaurs?
Which type of supernova is associated with the formation of neutron stars?
What is the approximate frequency of supernovae in our galaxy?