SN 1990E

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Event typeSupernova
Other designationsSN 1990E
SN 1990E
The host galaxy named NGC 1035
Event typeSupernova
Type ll
ConstellationCetus
HostNGC 1035
Other designationsSN 1990E

SN 1990E is Type ll supernova that occurred in the spiral galaxy NGC 1035 which is located in the Constellation of Cetus. Observations show that SN 1990E has a characteristic plateau displaying Hydrogen in the spectrum.[1]

The supernova trapped a majority of the gamma rays produced by the radioactive decay of Cobalt-56. This supernova is similar to SN 1987A.[1] It’s H a profile however differs from other Type ll supernova such as SN 1969L, SN 1973R or SN 1986I.[2]

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