Discovery of SNF20050621-001, a Type Ia Supernova
Abstract
The Nearby Supernova Factory reports the discovery of supernova SNF20050621-001 (coordinates RA 20:45:16.8 DEC -03:49:35.7 J2000.0) in images obtained June 21.5 UT and 27.5 with approximate magnitudes of 19.6 and 19.7 respectively (calibrated to R) using the QUEST II camera on the Palomar Oschin 48- inch telescope as a part of the JPL Near-Earth Asteroid Tracking component of the Palomar Consortium.
- Publication:
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The Astronomer's Telegram
- Pub Date:
- July 2005
- Bibcode:
- 2005ATel..544....1B
- Keywords:
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- Optical;
- Novae;
- Supernovae