3-D shape of Achernar (models)

Model view of Achernar, based on the profile measured with the VLTI. Two different models are shown: in "A", the polar axis is inclined 50° to the line-of-sight; in "B", this angle is 90°.

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ESO

Over de afbeelding

Id:eso0316c
Type:Simulatie
Publicatiedatum:11 juni 2003
Gerelateerde berichten:eso0316
Grootte:1908 x 680 px

Over het object

Naam:Achernar
Type:Milky Way : Star : Evolutionary Stage : Main Sequence
Afstand:150 lichtjaren
Categorie:Stars

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