What is a Supernova Remnant?

A Supernova Remnant is the structure that remains after a massive star undergoes a supernova explosion.  It consists of the ejected matter from the former star, as well as interstellar dust and gas swept up in the associated shockwave. After a supernova occurs, the former star becomes a neutron star or black hole.

Good examples of supernova remnants include the Crab Nebula (M1) and the Veil Nebula (NGC 6992 and NGC 6960).

The Bat Nebula NGC6992

Celestron C9.25/Hyperstar

Spaghetti Nebula

Remote CDK24" Telescope in Chile

Vela SNR

Takahashi FSQ-106

Western Veil Nebula NGC 6960

TEC 140ED Refractor

Jellyfish Nebula

Takahashi FSQ-106

Crab Nebula M1

TEC 160FL APO

Spaghetti Nebula

Askar FRA400 Astrograph

Crab Nebula M1

TEC 140ED APO

Jellyfish Nebula IC 443

C9.25 with Hyperstar

Pickerings Triangle

C9.25 with Hyperstar

Pickerings Triangle with Western Veil Nebula

C9.25 with Hyperstar

Eastern Veil Nebula NGC 6992

C9.25 with Hyperstar

Pencil nebula and Vela Supernova Remnant

APM107 (Namibia)