Lambda Geminorum
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| Observation data Equinox J2000.0 |
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| Constellation | Gemini |
| Right ascension | 7h 18m 5.6s |
| Declination | 16° 32' 25" |
| Apparent magnitude (V) | 3.58 |
| Distance | 94.3 ly (28.93 pc) |
| Spectral type | A3V |
| Other designations | |
Lambda Geminorum (κ Gem / κ Geminorum) is a Class A3, fourth-magnitude star in the constellation Gemini. It is sometimes called by the proper name Kebash or Alkibash, meaning "The Rams" in Arabic.
Lambda Geminorum is a variable star located about 95 light-years from Earth.
[edit] References
- HD 56537 -- Variable Star. SIMBAD Astronomical Database. Retrieved on 2006-12-09.
