Gamma-Ray emission from SN2014J near maximum optical light

Feb 9, 2016
11 pages
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  • Astron.Astrophys. 588 (2016) A67
  • Published: Mar 18, 2016
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Abstract: (EDP Sciences)
Context. The optical light curve of Type Ia supernovae (SNIa) is powered by thermalized gamma-rays produced by the decay of ^56Ni and ^56Co, the main radioactive isotopes synthesized by the thermonuclear explosion of a C/O white dwarf.
  • supernovae: individual: SN2014J
  • gamma rays: stars