Pulsating Variables
Cepheids
Giants whose pulsation period and luminosity are related
RR Lyrae
Blue giants whose pulsation period is usually a few hours
Mira
Huge, cool luminous giants with periods from months to years
Irregulars and Semi-Regulars
Giants or supergiants with irregular or interrupted pulsations
ZZ Ceti Stars
White dwarf stars that exhibit minor pulsations on minute timescales
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