Possible LBV Detected in Mayall II Star Cluster

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The discussion centers on the identification of a potential Luminous Blue Variable (LBV) star in the Mayall II star cluster, specifically noted as a bluish-green spec in an image. Participants emphasize the necessity of conducting astrometry to accurately assess the star's parameters, as a single image is insufficient for definitive identification. There is also mention of the availability of online star databases that may contain prior analyses of this star.

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https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Mayall_II

In the image, there is an odd Bluish-Green spec to the upper left of one of the lower bright background stars. I think it could be an LBV in the outskirts of the cluster. Any thoughts?
 
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AdamAutism1998 said:
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Mayall_II

In the image, there is an odd Bluish-Green spec to the upper left of one of the lower bright background stars. I think it could be an LBV in the outskirts of the cluster. Any thoughts?

No way to tell that from a single image. One needs to do more astrometry to determine star's parameters.

It's possible that this particular star has been analysed already, thought.

I'm not an astronomer, but in this day and age I wouldn't be surprised if star databases are available online.
 
nikkkom said:
No way to tell that from a single image. One needs to do more astrometry to determine star's parameters.

It's possible that this particular star has been analysed already, thought.

I'm not an astronomer, but in this day and age I wouldn't be surprised if star databases are available online.
Okay. Thanks.
 

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