Star

Alpha Aurigae (Capella)

Alpha Aurigae (α Aur), also known as Capella, is a spectral class G8III / G0III star of magnitude 0.08 located in the constellation Auriga. α Aur is one of the brighter stars in Auriga and can be seen by the naked eye under dark skies or with binoculars.

1. Name:
2. Alpha Aurigae

1. Short name:
2. α Aur

1. Common name:
2. Capella

1. Spectral class:
2. G8III / G0III

1. Magnitude:
2. 0.08

1. Right Acension:
2. 05h 16m 41.30s

1. Declination:
2. +45° 59' 56.5"

1. Constellation:
2. Auriga

1. Notes:
2. quadruple star