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The Cleveland Street Variable Star Observatory presents. Back due to popular demand and the laws of astrophysics. From the neck of the Swan-between Eta Cyg and Albiero. Χ Cygni. A Mira variable with amazing properties:. Where is the variable Chi Cygni? Watch it brighten!.
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The Cleveland Street Variable Star Observatory presents • Back due to popular demand and the laws of astrophysics From the neck of the Swan-between Eta Cyg and Albiero Χ Cygni A Mira variable with amazing properties:
Where is the variable Chi Cygni? Watch it brighten!
Chi Cyg8-31-08 9-09-08 m = 7.2
Updated through Nov. 10-then the clouds prevaled. Chi Cyg hanging out at about m = 4
Information • Chi cyg is a long period Mira variable star with a wide range of magnitude variation. • It also has an interesting range of variation in the maximum brightness it reaches. • To find information check the American Assn. of Variable Star Observers: http://www.aavso.org. This site contains information on its light curve, location, etc.
AAVSO Home PagePut “Chi Cyg” here and see what you can find!