List of mnemonics for star classification
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The following is a list of mnemonics for stellar classification. Stars are classified as O, B, A, F, G, K, M, and sometimes R, N, S, C, L and T depending on their size and composition. The classifications R, N, S and C are given to stars with high carbon content and L and T are given to stars that are so small they do not generate enough heat to begin nuclear fusion. These "unusual" classifications are usually not included in mnemonics.
- Oh Be A Fine Girl, Kiss Me Right Now Sweetie
- Oh Be A Fine Girl, Kiss Me Right Now! *SLAP* (variation of the above)
- Only Beer And Fine Grass Keep My Rattled Nerves Sane
- Our Brother, A Footsoldier, Got Killed Monday
- Oh Big And Ferocious Gorilla, Kill My Roommate Now.
- Only Bored Astronomers Find Gratification Knowing Mnemonics
- Only Boys Advocating Feminism Get Kissed Meaningfully
- Only Big Astronomy Federal Grants Keep Money. Research Needs Support!
- Out Back A Friend Grows Killer Marijuana
- Oiled Breasts Are For Giving Kinky Massages
- Obviously Bill Always Felt Good Kissing Monica
- Officially, Bill Always Felt Guilty Kissing Monica Lewinsky Tenderly
- Oh Boy An F-Grade Kills Me
- Oven Baked Ants Fried Gently Keep Moist
This mnemonic lists the stellar classifications in reverse order:
- Mary Killed God For Atrocious Body Odor
Links
- List of Mnemonics and a Form to Create More (http://www.geocities.com/SummerDale33/Mnemonic.html)
- The Great Mnemonic Contest (http://www.astro.sunysb.edu/fwalter/AST101/mnemonic.html)