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Longmore 1, also known as K1-26, is a planetary nebula identified in astronomical literature as an object with a very hot central star. It was discovered by Longmore in 1977, and later research used ultraviolet observations to analyze the central star's temperature and surface properties. The designation is useful for readers consulting planetary-nebula catalogs or research on late stages of stellar evolution.
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What is Longmore 1?
Longmore 1, also known as K1-26, is a planetary nebula. Astronomical literature identifies it as an object with a very hot central star.
Who discovered Longmore 1?
Longmore 1 was discovered by Longmore in 1977. The object is also cataloged under the designation K1-26.
Why do astronomers study Longmore 1's central star?
The central star is described as very hot, making its ultraviolet output useful for research. Later observations used ultraviolet data to analyze the star's temperature and surface properties.
Is Longmore 1 a galaxy or a planetary nebula?
Longmore 1 is a planetary nebula, not a galaxy. The glowing shell formed around its central star is the feature studied in astronomical observations.
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