Study Illuminates Star Explosion From 16th Century

Study Illuminates Star Explosion From 16th Century

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More than 400 years after Danish astronomer Tycho Brahe challenged established wisdom about the heavens by analyzing a strange new light in the sky, scientists say they've finally nailed down just what he saw.

It's no big surprise. Scientists have known the light came from a supernova, a huge star explosion. But what kind of supernova?

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I think this is a very important victory for all those scientists in the 15 - 16 th century who dared to go against the then established beliefs of the church.

What is important is that these people kept the scientific spirit flying high even when facing crticizm for their beliefs from the society and church.

Although Tycho wouldnt be around now to see his discovery vindicated, it just goes on to prove how ideas and beliefs change with the advent of new technology.

I am sure we will be facing a similar situation a few hundred years from now as our established theories of the universe are modified and rediscovered.

Perhaps Einstien and Newtons will be proved wrong

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