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New simulations show the dynamics between cepheid stars and star clusters

publication date20. 12. 2021
tag iconStars Star Clusters Czech Republic Astronomy

Only about 10 % of variable cepheid stars can be found in clusters. This is one of the results of simulations created by czech astronomers. They furthermore revealed that if cepheid is found in a cluster it is likely a massive one.

Globular clusters M3 and M13



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