Summary and Reaction Paper

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Summary and Reaction Paper
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Summary
The article titled “scientists explain supernovae by candle light”, is written by Gemma Lavender, and published by Astronomy Now. Basically, the author seeks to intone that there appears to have been some new approaches into deciphering how type la supernovae actually occurs. Using examples presented by three other scientists mentioned in the article, the author presents a simulation of how supernovae occur. The misunderstanding of the Deflagration-to-Detonation Transition (DDT) mechanism and how its incorporation with previous practicalities will enable a better understanding of type la supernovae are some of the main ideas contained in the article.
Strengths and Weaknesses of the Article
To start with, the article contains vivid descriptions of the process until a supernova occurs. Pictures that explain this have been used non-economically in the article. In addition, the author ensures that the reader gets to know the difference in several conflicts between old and new hypotheses revolving around the understanding of supernovae She also uses personal expressions from the researchers on what actually is being done to heighten this particular new discovery.
One weakness is the fact that article is purely scientific, thus the wide usage of scientific connotations. The author also fails to introduce prope...