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What is a pulsar in space?

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Basically another name for a neutron star.

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Is a pulsar a part of the solar system?

There isn't a pulsar in our Solar System. The closest known pulsar is 280 light years from us.


What would happen if your sun was replaced by a pulsar?

We would all be killed in the supernova explosion that created the pulsar out of our Sun. The Earth itself would be vaporized. Any returning space travelers would be fried by the intense pulses of gamma radiation that give the "pulsar" or "pulsing gamma ray source" its name. However, this cannot happen - because our Sun isn't nearly massive enough to go supernova.


Is a pulsar a neutron star?

Yes. A pulsar is a rapidly spinning neutron star.


What is a star rotation?

A pulsar.


How does pulsar become a black hole?

A pulsar will not become a black hole because they do not implode and that is one of the key features of a star becoming a black hole. a pulsar is highly magnetized and gives off a beam of electromagnetic radiation, when viewed from a distance it will look as though it is flashing.

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What is a neutron star that sends out radio waves?

That would be called a "pulsar". See related question


What sends energy out into space in pulses?

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Where would a pulsar be found?

Anywhere that a normal star has collapsed into a neutron star. See, a pulsar is essentially a neutron star that magnetically rotates and emits long arm-like streams of radiation. So it is possible for a pulsar to found almost anywhere in space.


How do you chart dead pulsars in deep space?

Question's a little confusing: if it's "dead," it's not a pulsar.


Which is better pulsar 135 or pulsar 150?

First of all, the main distinguishing factor between Pulsar 150 and Pulsar 135 is the cost. Pulsar 150, as the name says, 150cc has more power, pick up and speed when compared to Pulsar 135. But, pulsar 135 has also got the equivalent features of Pulsar 150. (Because of the latest technology) In a nutshell, Pulsar 135 is a lite version of Pulsar 150. And, my opinion, Pulsar 150 is better...


Is the pulsar 200 available now?

No pulsar 200 is not available the best substitutes are Pulsar 220 s and Pulsar 180ug 4


What type of star acts like a lighthouse that periodically emits radio waves into space?

A rotating neutron star known as a pulsar.


What is the average of pulsar 180?

Pulsar 150 averaje


Is the moon a pulsar?

No, the Moon is not a pulsar. See related questions.


When was Nissan Pulsar created?

Nissan Pulsar was created in 1978.


Is a pulsar star a white dwarf?

No. A pulsar is a neutron star.


When was Pulsar Stargrave created?

Pulsar Stargrave was created in 1977.