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TU Gem

Observable Variable Star Excellent (60/100)

Range: 6.88 - 8.0, Period: 217.0d, Type: SRB

HR 9120 VariableStar Gemini (Gem) Visible Level 2 Small telescope (4") - Monitor brightness changes
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Physical Properties

Magnitude 7.30
Range 6.88 - 8.0
Period 217 days
Variable Type Semi-Regular Variable (Late-type Giant)
Spectral Type C
Star Color Deep ruby red (B-V 3.00)

Position & Identifiers

RA 06h 10m 53.0s
Dec +26° 00' 51.0"
Constellation Gemini (Gem)
HR 9120
Variable ID TU Gem

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Stellar Notes

Carbon star; Period 230d
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