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Astro*Dictionary by Michael Erlewine

 

 

 

 

1 article for "Irregular Variable"

Irregular Variable [Astro*Index]

A star whose fluctuations do not occur at regular intervals. It may increase or decrease or decrease in brightness and maintain that level for days, months, or even years before changing again or returning to its former level.

See also:
♦ Brightness

 

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