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Omicron Ceti (Mira)
Omicron Ceti, commonly known as Mira, is the prototype of the Long Period Variables. Found in the constellation of Cetus, it is only observable during the autumn and winter months at this (53° ) lattitude. For a historical background to this star, visit at the AAVSO.
Not much observing done of Mira this year but I shall track it until lost to view.
Updated 10/12/2008
Mira details:
J2000.0 RA: 02h 19m 21s Dec: -02° 58.4'
Other Names:
AAVSO 0214-03 BD -03° 353 HD 14386
HIP 10826 HR 681 LTT 1179
68 Ceti SAO 129825
Var. type M
Spec. type M2-M7 III
Mag. range 3.4-9.3 V
Period 331.96d
Rise dur. 41%
Distance: ~420ly 130pc
2008 Predicted Average Maximum 25/1/2008 +3.4Mv
2008 Predicted Average Minimum 6/9/2008 +9.3Mv
2008 Predicted Average Maximum 22/12/2008 +3.4Mv
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