"Astronomers Uncover New Cataclysmic Variable"

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"Astronomers Uncover New Cataclysmic Variable"
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Astronomers have discovered a new magnetic cataclysmic variable system, likely of the polar type, designated as XMM J152737.4-205305.9 (or XMM 152737). By analyzing data from ESA's XMM-Newton and Gaia satellites, the system was found to exhibit characteristics consistent with polars, including a strong magnetic field, synchronous rotation, and prominent emission lines of hydrogen and helium. Further observations are needed to determine the origin of observed dips and confirm its polar classification.

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