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Eta Persei, also called Miram, is a luminous orange supergiant in the constellation Perseus. Its Bayer designation identifies it as the star labeled Eta in Perseus, while the traditional name Miram is used in star catalogs and observing references. Eta Persei is part of a binary system with a smaller companion, so the entry is relevant both to the study of evolved high-mass stars and to observations of stellar pairs in the Perseus region.
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What is another name for Eta Persei?
Eta Persei is also called Miram. Eta Persei is its Bayer designation, while Miram is the traditional name used in star references.
What type of star is Eta Persei?
Eta Persei is a luminous orange supergiant in the constellation Perseus. Its supergiant classification means it is far larger and more luminous than an ordinary orange dwarf.
Where is Eta Persei located?
Eta Persei is located in the constellation Perseus. The name Eta identifies it as the star assigned the Greek-letter designation Eta in that constellation.
Is Eta Persei a single star?
Eta Persei is part of a binary system. The brighter component is described as a luminous orange supergiant.
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