SN 1991T: Reflections of Past Glory

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Jul 1996

adsabs.harvard.edu/cgi-bin/nph-data_query?bibcode=1996hst..prop.6516s&link_type=abstract

HST Proposal ID #6516

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Hst Proposal Id #6516 Interstellar Medium

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We propose to image SN 1991T {host galaxy, NGC 4527} with the FOC to resolve a light echo inferred from ground based measurements. These observations will conclusively demonstrate {or repudiate} the presence of a light echo around SN 1991T. If demonstrated, measurements of the light echo's size and shape will enable us to map out the position and structure of dust in NGC 4527's disk, and combined with ground based velocity measurements, gain unique insight into the kinematics of the disk of a spiral galaxy other than the Milky Way. The light echo observations will also be helpful for determining the scale height of the SNe Ia population -- a useful tool for understanding their progenitors. If a light echo is not seen, strong constraints as to the nature of SNe Ia explosions and their progenitors would be gained.

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