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Gamma Centauri (Muhlifain)

Gamma Centauri (γ Cen), also known as Muhlifain, is a spectral class A1IV star of magnitude 2.2 located in the constellation Centaurus. γ Cen is one of the brighter stars in Centaurus and can be seen by the naked eye under dark skies or with binoculars.

      1. Name:
      2. Gamma Centauri
      1. Short name:
      2. γ Cen
      1. Common name:
      2. Muhlifain
      1. Spectral class:
      2. A1IV
      1. Magnitude:
      2. 2.2
      1. Right Acension:
      2. 12h 41m 31.20s
      1. Declination:
      2. -48° 57' 35.6"