Beta Ursae Majoris


Chemical Make-up: Hydrogen and Helium
Location: RA 11* 01'  50.47" | Dec  56* 22' 56.7"
Spectrum Analysis: 
Stellar Classification: A1 V

Fun Facts(s): Beta Ursae Majoris is found in the northern circumpolar constellation of Ursa Major; the traditional name is Merak; it's visible to the naked eye

Sources: 
  •  What Is the Chemical Composition of Most Stars? (n.d.). Retrieved September 30, 2015. 
  •  What's Up - Deep Sky (June). (n.d.). Retrieved September 30, 2015. 
  •  Beta Ursae Majoris. (n.d.). Retrieved September 30, 2015. 

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