New developments in theoretical modelling of SN 1987A.
Abstract
Recent developments in modeling SN 1987A are summarized, including the progenitor's evolution, explosive nucleosynthesis, optical, X- and gamma-ray light curves, and dust formation. The distribution of heavy elements in the ejecta is inferred from the light curves. The plateau-like peak of the optical light curve is well reproduced if hydrogen is mixed into the deep core. The progenitor's blue-red-blue evolution and N abundance suggest that the progenitor's hydrogen-rich envelope had mass of 7-11 solar masses and was almost completely mixed.
- Publication:
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Publications of the Astronomical Society of Australia
- Pub Date:
- 1988
- DOI:
- Bibcode:
- 1988PASA....7..490N
- Keywords:
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- Light Curve;
- Stellar Composition;
- Stellar Evolution;
- Stellar Models;
- Supernova 1987a;
- Nuclear Fusion;
- Stellar Envelopes;
- Stellar Physics;
- Stellar Spectra;
- Astrophysics