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Nashira

Gamma Capricorni, 40 Capricorni

Proper NameNashira
Bayer DesignationGamma Capricorni
Flamsteed Number40 Capricorni
HR (BSC)8278
HD206088
ConstellationCapricornus
Right Ascension21h 40m 5s
Declination-16° 39' 44"
Distance171 light years
52 parsecs
MagnitudeApparent: +3.68
Absolute: +0.09
Spectral ClassF0IIIpSr bright yellow giant*
Optimum VisibilityAugust / September

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* Nashira is a chemically peculiar star with a complex spectrum. An alternative classification, kF0hF1VmF2, takes account of differing lines within the spectrum, which may potentially suggest the existence of an otherwise undetected binary companion.

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