Dwarf nova outburst of GK Per (N Per 1901)
Active Dates: Aug. 24, 2018 – Oct. 29, 2021
Abstract:
The old nova GK Per (N Per 1901), which has dwarf nova (minor) outbursts, appears to be going into outburst, according to observations reported to the AAVSO.
Justification:
GK Per has dwarf nova outbursts about every 18-36 months, although the interval can vary quite a bit and some intervals can be longer than three years.
Requested Data Types:
Photometry
Targets
| Name | Magnitude | Variability Type | Photometry Notes | Spectroscopy Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| GK Per | 0.20 | NA/DQ+UG |
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Notes:
Principal Investigator: Elizabeth O. Waagen; Imported Campaign (Alert Notice #649)