SCIENCE SEMINAR
Supernovae
Florian Maisonneuve
Bishop's University
Friday, February 9, 2007
1:30 - 2:30 PM
Hamilton Room 302
What is a Supernova? Are there different types of Supernovae? How do these dramatic events occur? Can the sun explode? The full classification of Supernovae as well as the physical processes driving their explosions will be explained. From historical observations to recent theories, this presentation will answer these questions at a level understandable by everyone.
THIS TALK IS INTENDED FOR CEGEP AND UNIVERSITY STUDENTS.
