Astronomers have observed a white dwarf switching on and off

Researchers have observed a white dwarf about 1400 light-years from Earth that is switching on and off. The observation marks the first time a white dwarf has been observed as it switches on and off. Scientists observed the object using a satellite designed to hunt for planets. The white dwarf in question is feeding on material from an orbiting companion … Continue reading

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