Alternate Definitions for Type Ib supernovae

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Term: Type Ib supernovae
Definition:

A Type I supernova that has neutral helium line (He I) at 5876 Å, and no strong silicon (Si II) absorption feature at 6150 Å. Type Ib supernovae are believed to result from the evolution of massive stars.

Created 2023.04.16
Last Modified 2023.04.16
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Term: Type Ib supernovae
Definition:

A Type I supernova that has neutral helium line (He I) at 5876 Å, and no strong silicon (Si II) absorption feature at 6150 Å. Type Ib supernovae are believed to result from the evolution of massive stars.

Created 2023.04.16
Last Modified 2023.04.16
Contributed by Ryan McGranaghan
Permalink:
https://n2t.net/ark:/99152/h26053