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Gam Cen
A1IVGam Cen · Centaurus
Gam Cen is a A1IV-type star located in the constellation of Centaurus. Sitting at a distance of approximately 130 ly from Earth, it shines with an apparent magnitude of 2.20, making it an interesting target for observation. It is officially recorded in the Hipparcos catalog as HIP 61932.
Common NameGam Cen
Bayer DesignationGam Cen
HIP Catalog IDHIP 61932
ConstellationCentaurus
Right Ascension12h 41m 31.1s
Declination-48° 57' 36"
Distance130 ly
Apparent Magnitude+2.20
Absolute Magnitude-0.81
Color Index (B-V)-0.02
Spectral ClassA1IV
Variable StarNo