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Gamma Crucis (Gacrux)

Gamma Crucis (γ Cru), also known as Gacrux, is a spectral class M4III star of magnitude 1.6 located in the constellation Crux. γ Cru is one of the brighter stars in Crux and can be seen by the naked eye under dark skies or with binoculars.

      1. Name:
      2. Gamma Crucis
      1. Short name:
      2. γ Cru
      1. Common name:
      2. Gacrux
      1. Spectral class:
      2. M4III
      1. Magnitude:
      2. 1.6
      1. Right Acension:
      2. 12h 31m 09.93s
      1. Declination:
      2. -57° 06' 45.2"