Multiple choice general knowledge science & technology

According to recent findings, what type of star system is Algol?

  1. Binary

  2. Triple

  3. Induvidual Star

  4. None of the above
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B Correct answer
Explanation

Algol, known as the 'Demon Star', is actually a triple star system consisting of three stars: Algol A, Algol B, and Algol C. While it was traditionally thought to be a binary (two-star) system, recent astronomical findings have revealed the third component, making it a triple system.

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