Astronomy and Space

Epsilon Geminorum

Epsilon Geminorum or ε Geminorum, formally named Mebsuta , is a star in the constellation of Gemini, on the outstretched right 'leg' of the twin Castor. The apparent visual magnitude of +3.06 makes it one of the brighter stars in this constellation. The distance to this star is determined at 860 light-years (260 parsecs).

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