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Betelgeuse's Invisible Companion
The Invisible Force Behind Betelgeuse's Strange Behavior
Dive into the mystery of Betelgeuse's intriguing companion
star! Scientists have found evidence of a sun-sized "Beetle Buddy" orbiting the red supergiant, helping explain its puzzling 2,170-day brightness cycle. Learn how this companion acts as a cosmic snowplow, clearing paths
through Betelgeuse's dust clouds and potentially influencing its eventual supernova.
In this episode, we explore:
Coming soon: The Nancy Grace Roman Space Telescope may give us our first direct look at Betelgeuse's mysterious companion through advanced spectroscopy and imaging!
💫 Whether you're a seasoned astronomer or just curious about the cosmos, join us for this fascinating journey into one of astronomy's most exciting recent developments!
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By Chuck Fields
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The Invisible Force Behind Betelgeuse's Strange Behavior
Dive into the mystery of Betelgeuse's intriguing companion
star! Scientists have found evidence of a sun-sized "Beetle Buddy" orbiting the red supergiant, helping explain its puzzling 2,170-day brightness cycle. Learn how this companion acts as a cosmic snowplow, clearing paths
through Betelgeuse's dust clouds and potentially influencing its eventual supernova.
In this episode, we explore:
Coming soon: The Nancy Grace Roman Space Telescope may give us our first direct look at Betelgeuse's mysterious companion through advanced spectroscopy and imaging!
💫 Whether you're a seasoned astronomer or just curious about the cosmos, join us for this fascinating journey into one of astronomy's most exciting recent developments!