Undergrad What happens to the material not involved in the core collapse of a supernova?

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The discussion focuses on the fate of material not involved in the core collapse of a supernova, specifically the outer layers of the star and surrounding clouds. It raises questions about whether this material disperses into space or remains gravitationally bound, potentially collapsing in the future. Examples of supernova remnants, like the Crab Nebula, illustrate the expansive nature of these remnants, which can grow significantly over time. Additionally, it is noted that massive stars may form low-mass black holes after a supernova, with some material falling back due to gravitational forces. Overall, the conversation highlights the complex dynamics of supernova remnants and their potential for future gravitational interactions.
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What happens to the material not involved in the core collapse of a supernova? This would be the outer portion of a star or any cloud that surrounds the star. All material to infinity or does some material remain close -- gravitationally close that might collapse if it could. thanks
 
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What happens to the material not involved in the core collapse of a supernova? This would be the outer portion of a star or any cloud that surrounds the star. All material to infinity or does some material remain close -- gravitationally close that might collapse if it could. thanks

Have you looked at supernova remnants on the net ? there's lots of them

Here's a couple of random examples
M1 - Crab Nebula in Taurus
The Crab Nebula is around 10 lightyears across and continues to expand at around 4.8 million km/h

Crab-Nebula-M1.jpg


N1006

SN-1006.jpg
 
davenn said:
Have you looked at supernova remnants on the net ? there's lots of them

Here's a couple of random examples
M1 - Crab Nebula in Taurus
The Crab Nebula is around 10 lightyears across and continues to expand at around 4.8 million km/h

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N1006

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