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Beta Centauri

Description:

Beta Centauri is the second-brightest star in the constellation of Centaurus and one of the closest stars to Earth. It is a binary star system consisting of two stars, Beta Centauri A and Beta Centauri B.

Senses:

Sense 1: (Noun) A binary star system in the constellation of Centaurus.

Sense 2: (Noun) The second-brightest star in the constellation of Centaurus.

Usages:

Usage 1: Beta Centauri is easily visible in the southern hemisphere during summer nights.

Usage 2: Astronomers study the spectral characteristics of Beta Centauri to determine its properties.

Sample Sentences:

Sense 1:

1. The astronomers discovered new information about the orbiting pattern of Beta Centauri binary star system.
2. Studying the interaction between Beta Centauri A and B provides valuable insight into stellar evolution.

Sense 2:

1. Beta Centauri shines brightly in the night sky, captivating stargazers with its brilliance.
2. With its distinct constellation, Beta Centauri serves as a navigational landmark for deep space explorations.

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