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R For

Observable Variable Star Excellent (70/100)

Range: 7.5 - 13.0, Period: 389.0d, Type: M

HR 9121 VariableStar Fornax (For) Visible Level 2 Small telescope (4") - Monitor brightness changes
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Physical Properties

Magnitude 7.50
Range 7.5 - 13.0
Period 389 days
Variable Type Mira (Long-period Pulsating)
Spectral Type C
Star Color Deep ruby red (B-V 3.00)

Position & Identifiers

RA 02h 29m 16.0s
Dec -26° 05' 56.0"
Constellation Fornax (For)
HR 9121
Variable ID R For

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Stellar Notes

Carbon star; Period 389d
Southern carbon star

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