The Bright Nova GK Persei
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Who discovered GK Persei?

  • Nova Aquilae
  • Edinburgh clergyman
  • Firework nebula
  • Thomas David Anderson (correct)

    • What is the maximum magnitude reached by GK Persei?

  • 0.2 (correct)
  • 13
  • 12
  • 2.7

    • What is the frequency of the outbursts of GK Persei since 1980?

  • Every year
  • Every five years
  • Every three years (correct)
  • Every two months

    • What is the name of the nebula surrounding GK Persei?

    <p>Firework nebula (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What type of star does GK Persei resemble now?

    <p>Dwarf nova-type cataclysmic variable star (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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