Astronomy and Space

73 Leonis

73 Leonis (n Leonis) is a binary star in the constellation Leo. At a combined apparent magnitude of +5.32, it is faintly visible to the naked eye in ideal conditions. Parallax measurements by the Gaia spacecraft imply a distance of 460 light-years (142 parsecs).

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• ▸56 Ceti
• ▸Aquicuana Reserve
• ▸Explorer 20

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