Variable Stars Flashcards
1
Q
What is the period of a Type II Cepheid?
A
3 - 150 days
2
Q
What is the absolute magnitude of a Type II Cepheid?
A
-1 to -7
3
Q
What is the magnitude amplitude of a Type II Cepheid?
A
Up to 1.2 magnitudes
4
Q
What is the period of a W Virginis variable?
A
12-20 days
5
Q
What is the period of an RR Lyrae?
A
1.5 to 24 hours
