Distant Supernova 1997cj
These supernovae belong to a class called Type Ia, which are considered reliable distance indicators. Looking at great distances also means looking back in time because of the finite velocity of light.
Credit:About the Image
About the Object
Name: | SN 1997CJ |
Type: | Early Universe : Star : Evolutionary Stage : Supernova |
Constellation: | Ursa Major |
Category: | Miscellaneous Stars |
Coordinates
Position (RA): | 12 37 4.61 |
Position (Dec): | 62° 26' 21.58" |
Field of view: | 0.99 x 0.98 arcminutes |
Orientation: | North is 3.5° left of vertical |
Colours & filters
Band | Wavelength | Telescope |
---|---|---|
Optical R | 675 nm |
Hubble Space Telescope
WFPC2 |
Infrared I | 814 nm |
Hubble Space Telescope
WFPC2 |