
Omega-2 Cygni is a star in the constellation Cygnus. It
is a double star about 500 light years from Earth, consisting of a
magnitude 5.44 star of spectral class M2 and a 6.6 magnitude star of
spectral class A0. The stars are 256" apart and can be seen in
binoculars. Because of the color contrast (red main star and blue
companion), it is a beautiful object for amateur astronomers.
In Star Trek, Omega Cygni is a star system and planet,
in or near Federation space, and home to the Cygnians. A medical paper
published by the 23rd century explored the diseases that have been
known to affect the respiratory system of Cygnians. (TOS: "Obsession")
Information on this topic would remain a valid medical source well into
the 24th century. (DS9: "Explorers")
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