V1674Her is the fastest classical nova on record (IMAGE)

National Radio Astronomy Observatory

V1674Her is the fastest classical nova on record

Caption

Scientists studying the classical nova V1674Her have confirmed the presence of non-thermal emissions. The nova, which was discovered in 2021, is the fastest classical nova on record. This animated gif shows the difference in brightness over just four days.

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M. Williams/New Mexico Tech, B. Saxton (NRAO/AUI/NSF)

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