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Polaris

BASIC INFO

Polaris is a yellow-white supergiant star located in the constellation Ursa Minor. Positioned near the celestial north pole, Polaris serves as a stable reference point in the night sky, aiding navigation in the northern hemisphere for centuries. It is part of a multiple-star system, with the primary component, Polaris A, being a supergiant star, accompanied by smaller companion stars.

ADVANCED INFO

Size: 2.81 million miles across

Mass: 5.4 solar masses

Distance from Earth: 447.6 light-years

Galaxy: Milky Way

Age: 70 million years old

Luminosity: 2500 L

Type: Yellow-white main-sequence

Temperature: 12,500 Fahrenheit (6927 Celsius) (At surface)

SOME RANDOM FACTS

It remains almost stationary in the sky while other stars appear to rotate around it.
It is also known as the North Star.
While Polaris is generally considered a stable star, it exhibits slight variations in brightness over time, making it a variable star. However, these variations are minimal compared to many other variable stars.
Polaris has held cultural significance throughout history, particularly in navigation and mythology. It has been used by sailors and travelers for centuries as a guide for finding direction.
The name "Polaris" is derived from the Latin word for "pole star," reflecting its position near the celestial north pole.

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