supernova remnant

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Contents 1 English 1.1 Noun 1.1.1 Synonyms 1.1.2 Related terms 1.1.3 See also

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supernova remnant (plural supernova remnants)

1. (astronomy) A nebula that is formed from supernova explosion debris.

   The Crab Nebula is the most studied supernova remnant.

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• SNR (abbreviation)

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• nova remnant

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• plerion
• planetary nebula
• preplanetary nebula
• protoplanetary nebula