2.17
Apparent Mag130
Distance (ly)A1IV
Spectral Type9,082
Temperature (K)Gamma Centauri is a close binary in Centaurus with two nearly identical A-type stars orbiting each other every 84.5 years.
Stellar Data
Apparent Magnitude2.17
Absolute Magnitude-0.81
Distance130 light-years
Spectral TypeA1IV
Temperature9,082 K
Luminosity65 L☉
Radius2.6 R☉
Mass2.91 M☉
Right Ascension12h 41m 31.0s
Declination-48° 57′ 35.5″
ConstellationCentaurus
Notable Facts
- Gamma Centauri is a binary with a period of 84.5 years
- Both components are nearly identical A-type stars
- It is also known as Muhlifain