The variable linear polarization of the O-star binary HD 47129 /Plaskett's star/

Astronomy and Astrophysics – Astronomy

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Astronomical Models, Binary Stars, O Stars, Polarization (Waves), Cassiopeia A, Eclipsing Binary Stars, Electromagnetic Scattering, Free Electrons, Rayleigh Scattering, Solar Wind

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The linear polarization of the binary HD 47129 has been observed in the B filter on 60 nights. The polarization has a variable component which is synchronous with the 14.4-day binary period. This intrinsic component reaches a maximum at quadratures and may be explained by scattering from a corotating region of extrastellar material lying between the stars. A best value of 71 deg is found for the orbital inclination.

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