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Lambda Scorpii (Shaula)

Lambda Scorpii (λ Sco), also known as Shaula, is a spectral class B2IV+DA7.9 star of magnitude 1.62 located in the constellation Scorpius. λ Sco is one of the brighter stars in Scorpius and can be seen by the naked eye under dark skies or with binoculars.

      1. Name:
      2. Lambda Scorpii
      1. Short name:
      2. λ Sco
      1. Common name:
      2. Shaula
      1. Spectral class:
      2. B2IV+DA7.9
      1. Magnitude:
      2. 1.62
      1. Right Acension:
      2. 17h 33m 36.53s
      1. Declination:
      2. -37° 06' 13.5"