Phenomenon
Kilonova
A neutron-star merger forging heavy elements.
An optical and infrared transient produced when two neutron stars (or a neutron star and a black hole) merge, synthesising gold, platinum and other r-process elements.
Overview
An optical and infrared transient produced when two neutron stars (or a neutron star and a black hole) merge, synthesising gold, platinum and other r-process elements.
See also
Short Gamma-ray Burst
A brief gamma flash from a neutron-star merger.
Chirp Signal
The rising whoop of a gravitational-wave merger.
Luminous Red Nova
A stellar merger flaring red.
Solar Eclipse
When the Moon stands between Earth and Sun.
Lunar Eclipse
When Earth's shadow falls on the Moon.
Meteor Showers
Cosmic dust burning in our atmosphere.