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Talitha

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Iota Ursae Majoris, formally named Talitha, is a quadruple star system located approximately 48 light-years from Earth in the northern constellation of Ursa Major. The primary component is an A-type main-sequence star with an apparent magnitude bright enough to be visible to the naked eye. Talitha forms part of the Ursa Major moving group, a collection of stars that share a common motion through space. The star's traditional name is derived from an Arabic phrase translating to "the third leap of the gazelle," referencing an ancient asterism.

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What is Talitha's formal astronomical name?

Talitha is the traditional name of Iota Ursae Majoris, usually written as Iota UMa. It lies in the northern constellation Ursa Major.

Is Talitha a single star?

No, Talitha is a multiple-star system classified as quadruple. Its bright primary is an A-type main-sequence star accompanied by fainter stellar components.

Can you see Talitha without a telescope?

The bright primary is visible to the naked eye under suitable skies. The system is about 48 light-years away, but its A-type primary is much brighter than its faint companions.

What type of star is Talitha's main component?

The primary component is an A-type main-sequence star, commonly classified around A7 V. Its hotter, whiter light contrasts with the cooler red-dwarf companions in the system.

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