Loading...
Market
What will be identified as the primary cause of Betelgeuse's dimming by end of 2025?
2
Betelgeuse•Betelbuddy•Flatiron Institute•University of Wyoming•Konkoly Observatory•Simons Foundation
Resolution / Starting Odds
Companion star interaction • 25%
Dust clouds • 25%
Intrinsic stellar variability • 25%
Other • 25%
Scientific publications or announcements from leading astronomical research bodies
Story
Betelgeuse May Have Companion Star, Simons Foundation Study Suggests
Oct 22, 2024, 03:54 PM
Recent studies suggest that the red supergiant star Betelgeuse, one of the brightest stars in the night sky, may have a companion star, often referred to as 'Betelbuddy'. This finding, supported by research from the Flatiron Institute, the University of Wyoming, the Konkoly Observatory, and the Simons Foundation, indicates that Betelgeuse is likely far from exploding as a supernova. The presence of this companion star could explain Betelgeuse's unusual dimming and brightening patterns, as it may be affecting the distribution of dust and light around the star.
View original story
Similar markets
Mechanical Failure • 25%
Human Error • 25%
Sabotage • 25%
Other • 25%
Design Flaw • 25%
Manufacturing Error • 25%
Operational Error • 25%
Other • 25%
New surface phenomena • 25%
New gas bubble dynamics • 25%
New chemical composition details • 25%
Other • 25%
New gas movement patterns • 25%
New chemical elements • 25%
New surface features • 25%
Other • 25%
Engine malfunction • 25%
External attack • 25%
Accidental explosion of cargo • 25%
Other • 25%
Discovery of new planets • 25%
Detailed study of TIDYE-1b's formation • 25%
Analysis of star system's disk structure • 25%
Other • 25%
Melting Polar Ice Caps • 25%
Ocean Currents • 25%
Atmospheric Changes • 25%
Other • 25%
Mechanical failure • 25%
Sabotage • 25%
Accidental fire • 25%
Other • 25%
