Alpha Centauri A en · PROPN
Meanings
- The brightest star in the southern constellation of Centaurus. Alpha Centauri is actually a binary star with Alpha Centauri C or Proxima Centauri as a third component. Alpha Centauri A is the brightest star of the system and is somewhat brighter than our sun. Alpha Centauri B is somewhat fainter than Alpha Centauri A but much brighter than Proxima Centauri.
Forms
| Spelling | Features | Labels | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| α-Centauri A | alternative | lexicographic |