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Blaze Star’s Anticipated Explosion

A Rare Celestial Event on the Horizon
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Blaze Star Explosion

Astronomers are eagerly awaiting the possible explosion of the Blaze Star, officially known as T Coronae Borealis (T CrB). This rare nova event happens approximately every 80 years, and the next one could be visible soon.

What is T Coronae Borealis?

T CrB is a binary star system located 3,000 light-years away in the Corona Borealis constellation. It consists of:

  • A white dwarf that pulls hydrogen from its companion star.
  • A red giant, which is about 1.12 times the mass of the Sun.
    Over time, the collected hydrogen builds pressure, triggering a thermonuclear explosion, making the star dramatically brighten. Similar explosions were observed in 1866 and 1946.
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When Will It Explode?

Jean Schneider, an astronomer at the Paris Observatory, predicted three possible dates for the nova:

  • March 27, 2025
  • November 10, 2025
  • June 25, 2026

These predictions are based on past explosion cycles and the orbital period of the binary system. However, astronomers admit that nova events remain unpredictable.

How to Watch the Blaze Star Explosion

If the nova occurs, T CrB could shine as bright as the North Star and be visible to the naked eye for several days. To spot it:

  • Look towards the eastern sky around 10 PM local time.
  • Find the Corona Borealis constellation, located between Boötes and Hercules.
  • If the explosion happens, a new bright star will appear in that region.
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