Nova in the Large Magellanic Cloud
Active Dates: Feb. 9, 2009 – Feb. 9, 2009
Abstract:
This campaign focuses on observing a nova in the Large Magellanic Cloud [N LMC 2009] discovered by W. Liller. The nova was identified on 2009 February 05.067 UT with a magnitude of 10.6, and has rapidly faded to magnitude 11.8 as of 2009 February 07.092 UT. It was confirmed using spectra obtained by H.E. Bond et al. at the SMARTS 1.5-m telescope, showing broad H-gamma and H-delta lines.
Justification:
The close proximity of Nova LMC 2009 to the coordinates of Nova LMC 1971 may indicate that they share the same progenitor and that this is a recurrent nova. Observations will help confirm this possibility and provide more data on the behavior of the nova.
Requested Data Types:
Spectroscopy
Targets
| Name | Magnitude | Variability Type | Photometry Notes | Spectroscopy Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nova LMC 2015 | 11.50 | N | Not Requested |
Cadence: Not Specified Resolution: 250 Desired SNR: 100 |
Spectroscopy Lines:
No spectroscopy lines provided
Photometry Filters:
No photometry filters provided
Comparison Stars:
No comparison stars provided
Co-Authorship
Observers are not eligible for co-authorship.
Additional Observer Input:
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Additional Submission Location:
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Forum URL
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Notes:
Principal Investigator: W. Liller; Imported Campaign (Alert Notice #394)