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Feb 13, 2016 7:14 AM

Supernova SN2016adj in Centaurus A Galaxy

My first image of a Supernova! SN2016adj clearly visible in the Centaurus A Galaxy. Appears to have faded since the discovery image was published on the 8th. With marker for location of Nova.

Supernova SN2016adj in Centaurus A Galaxy

My first image of a Supernova! SN2016adj clearly visible in the Centaurus A Galaxy. Appears to have faded since the discovery image was published on the 8th.

My question is, what is the "aura" that can be seen in, for example, # 1. It must be millions of planets reflecting the light towards us.

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