Astronomers Spot Three Rare 'Period-Bouncer' Stars
Scientists have found three elusive, elderly stars that help us map the final stages of stellar evolution.
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Historically, these systems were very difficult to track because they do not stand out in standard surveys. By using the high-quality, constant monitoring provided by TESS, researchers have created a new way to pick these hidden stars out of the crowd. Future studies will likely focus on these three targets to see if other telescopes can confirm their unique orbital patterns.
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