Astronomical Event Predicted to Make Star System Visible to the Naked Eye
A rare astronomical event known as a nova outburst is set to occur in a star system located 3,000 light-years away, making the star visible to the naked eye. The star system, known as T Coronae Borealis or T CrB, last exploded in 1946 and is expected to do so again between February and September 2024.
NASA experts are hailing this event as a “once-in-a-lifetime” occurrence, as the last explosion was over 80 years ago. Bill Cooke, lead for NASA’s Meteoroid Environment Office, emphasized that witnessing the star blow up is rarer than a solar eclipse and will be a truly memorable experience.
During the nova outburst, the star system will become as bright as the North Star, Polaris, making it visible for several days and even longer with binoculars. The event will take place near the constellation Corona Borealis, also known as the Northern Crown, creating a new bright star in the sky.
This recurring nova event is one of only five in our galaxy, making it a truly unique phenomenon for skywatchers to experience. Be sure to mark your calendars for this rare event in 2024 and keep an eye on the night sky for the spectacular sight of a star system exploding before your very eyes. Stay tuned to Jala News for more updates on this fascinating astronomical event.
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