An Atlas of Long-Term AAVSO Light Curves of Symbiotic Stars
Abstract
Based on data collected by the American Association of Variable Star Observers (AAVSO), we have compiled a catalog of light curves of symbiotic binary star systems. These are long-term light curves, spanning years to decades. We present an atlas of plots of the light curves of 42 symbiotic star systems, with each characterized into one of three groups based on light curve continuity and data quality. The light curves are further categorized into the following, based on their physical properties: Classical Symbiotic Stars, Mira-like Component, Very Slow Novae, Irradiation Variations, Recurrent Novae, Peculiar, and Unclassified. Juxtaposing these light curves, along with some statistical analysis, may provide some key insights into the life cycles of symbiotic star systems.
- Publication:
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American Astronomical Society Meeting Abstracts #233
- Pub Date:
- January 2019
- Bibcode:
- 2019AAS...23334803P