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Lacaille 9352

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Lacaille 9352 is a red dwarf star located approximately 10.7 light-years away from Earth in the southern constellation of Piscis Austrinus. It ranks among the closest known stars to the Solar System and is noted for its relatively high proper motion across the sky. Although red dwarfs are generally faint, Lacaille 9352 is one of the brightest examples of its class that can be observed from Earth. It is a frequent subject of study for astronomers researching nearby stellar systems.

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What kind of star is Lacaille 9352?

Lacaille 9352 is a red dwarf star, which is a small, cool, and relatively dim type of star. It is located in the southern constellation of Piscis Austrinus.

How far is Lacaille 9352 from Earth?

The star is located approximately 10.7 light-years away from Earth. This places it remarkably close in astronomical terms, ranking among the closest known stars to our Solar System.

Why is Lacaille 9352 notable to astronomers?

Aside from being one of our closest neighbors, it is highly noted for its relatively high proper motion across the sky. This means it visibly shifts its position against the background stars at a fast rate when observed over a few years.

Can you see Lacaille 9352 without a telescope?

No, despite being very close to Earth, red dwarfs are too dim to be seen with the naked human eye. You will need at least a small telescope or powerful binoculars to locate Lacaille 9352.

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