X rays from supernova remnants

Journal Article · Mon Dec 01 04:00:00 EST 1975 · Sci. Am., v. 233, no. 6, pp. 38-46

DOI:https://doi.org/10.1038/scientificamerican1275-38· OSTI ID:4139227

Charles, P A; Culhane, J L

The mechanisms of x-ray emission from supernova remnants are discussed. Although the pulsar in the Crab Nebula remains unchallenged as the power source for the entire object, x-ray maps strongly suggest that the electrons are accelerated again to the body of the nebula away from the pulsar. Moreover, young remnants such as Casseopeia A and the remnant of Tyco's nova seem to comprise large amounts of hot gas radiating x-rays, contradicting earlier suggestions that the x-rays were emitted by the synchrotron process. (BJG)

• Research Organization: Originating Research Org. not identified
• Sponsoring Organization: USDOE
• NSA Number: NSA-33-012794
• OSTI ID: 4139227
• Journal Information: Sci. Am., v. 233, no. 6, pp. 38-46, Journal Name: Sci. Am., v. 233, no. 6, pp. 38-46; ISSN SCAMA
• Country of Publication: United States
• Language: English

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