Test #4 Flashcards
(3 cards)
1
Q
R-R Lyrae
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A short period variable star of moderate size with a uniform luminosity of 100L. Pulsation period less than a day. Found in globular clusters
2
Q
Cepheid variable
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Long period very large star with a period-luminosity relationship. (Brighter the star, longer the period). Can determine absolute magnitude. Found throughout the galaxy.
3
Q
Globular clusters
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