Aldebaran is an orange giant that can be found in the constellation Taurus. The star has had human interest ever since people could see it. It is seen as one of the four royal stars: the Guardian of the East. The star is also were the Cardinal Cross was created.
Chemical Composition:
- Titanium oxide
- Other metals
Location: RA: 4h 35m 55s, dec: 16°30’35”
Spectral Analysis:
Stellar Classification: K5III
Work Cited:
- Carol Ciocco (2012). "Eye of the Buddha" retrieved on October 1, 2015 from http://archive.constantcontact.com/fs166/1101472333529/archive/1111662380316.html
- N.A. (2013). "Stars" retrieved on October 1, 2015 from http://www.astronoo.com/en/stars.html
- Larry Sessions (2014). "Aldebaran is the Bull's Fiery Eye" retrieved on October 1, 2015 from http://earthsky.org/brightest-stars/aldebaran-is-taurus-bloodshot-eye
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