If the Theory That Novae Occur in Close Binary Systems

question 8

Multiple Choice

If the theory that novae occur in close binary systems is correct, then novae should

• A) produce synchrotron radiation.
• B) occur in regions of star formation.
• C) not occur in old star clusters.
• D) all be visual binaries.
• E) repeat after some interval.

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