Core-collapse supernovae
type: Concept
narrower: Type Ic supernovae

Type Ic supernovae
type: Concept
contributor: AAS Frey.Katie Admin
broader: Core-collapse supernovae
definition: A Type I supernova that shows weak or no helium lines and no strong silicon (Si II) absorption feature near 6150 Å. Type Ic supernovae are believed to result from the evolution of massive stars.
modified: 2020-11-04T21:48:27.064Z
modified: 2020-11-04T21:48:15.665Z