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Recurrent Nova

A nova that erupts more than once.

A cataclysmic variable that has been observed to undergo multiple nova outbursts, typically every decade to century.

Overview

A cataclysmic variable that has been observed to undergo multiple nova outbursts, typically every decade to century.

See also

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.

Aurora (Northern/Southern Lights)

Solar wind painting the upper atmosphere.

Supernova

The catastrophic death of a massive star.

Planetary Conjunction

When two worlds appear to meet in the sky.

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