Astronomy and Space

41 G. Arae

41 G. Arae (abbreviated to 41 G. Ara), also known as Gliese 666, is a trinary star system in the constellation Ara. Although often called just 41 Arae, it is more accurate to call it 41 G. Arae, as the number 41 is the Gould designation and not the Flamsteed designation. The combined apparent magnitude is +5.48, making it faintly visible to the naked eye in locations far from light pollution. This system lies at a distance of 28.7 light-years (8.8 parsecs) and thus is relatively nearby.

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• ▸101955 Bennu
• ▸Anthony Pateras
• ▸Beta Aquarii

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