New Study Reveals Betelgeuse’s Brightness Changes Linked to Companion Star
Recent research led by the Flatiron Institute reveals that Betelgeuse’s brightness fluctuations may be caused by a companion star, affectionately named ‘Betelbuddy.’ This groundbreaking study challenges previous notions of the star’s imminent supernova, suggesting instead that its variability is linked to complex interactions in binary systems. Understanding these dynamics is crucial for predicting Betelgeuse’s eventual fate and contributes to our broader knowledge of stellar evolution.
Betelgeuse’s Unbelievable Speed Leaves Scientists Perplexed
Betelgeuse, the 10th brightest star in the sky, has left experts in awe with its unbelievable speed. Scientists are perplexed at how a star so big, roughly 2,000 times bigger than our Sun, can spin so quickly. A new study suggests that the data supporting the rotational speed could actually be tracking the star’s convection movement rather than its true speed. Further observations and studies are needed to clarify the true rotational speed of Betelgeuse.