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Will new independent studies confirm the existence of white dwarfs with unusual colors (such as green, pink, purple, or cyan) by March 2027?
A study published in October 2026 in the journal RAS Techniques and Instruments revealed that white dwarf stars can emit colors such… 80 opinions, 75% Yes
- Yes — 75%
- No — 25%
Deadline: March 31, 2027 at 12:00 AM UTC · 80 opinions
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A study published in October 2026 in the journal RAS Techniques and Instruments revealed that white dwarf stars can emit colors such as green, pink, cyan, purple, and yellow, contradicting the belief that these stars shine only in white or pale blue. The discovery includes the first green star
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How is this event resolved?
Resolve como 'Sim' se ao menos um estudo científico publicado em periódico revisado por pares (como RAS Techniques and Instruments, The Astrophysical Journal ou similar) confirmar de forma independente a observação de anãs brancas exibindo cores visíveis além do branco e azul pálido tradicional, citando ou replicando os achados do estudo de outubro de 2026 liderado por Mark Hollands. Resolve como 'Não' caso nenhuma confirmação independente seja publicada até 31 de março de 2027.
How are points scored?
Points depend on the share of votes your side had when you gave your opinion. Being right earns 100 minus that share. Being wrong costs that share.
Right now Yes has 75% of the votes: an opinion on it that turns out right earns about 25 points, a wrong one costs about 75.