Subject: What is the primary difference between a nova and a supernova?

1. Stellar property requirements for supernova vs. nova (mass, nearby 
celestial bodies, stellar composition, etc.)
2. Does pre-detonation rotation rate have any effect on the -
a. energy release
b. remaining body
3. If the rotation rate is sufficiently high, can the centripedial force 
prevent core collapase?

Thanks for your time, 

Richard

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Re: What is the primary difference between a nova and a supernova?
1. Stellar property requirements for supernova vs. nova (mass, nearby 
celestial bodies, stellar composition, etc.)
2. Does pre-detonation rotation rate have any effect on the -
a. energy release
b. remaining body
3. If the rotation rate is sufficiently high, can the centripedial force 
prevent core collapase?

Thanks for your time, 

Richard


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Re: What is the primary difference between a nova and a supernova?