Gamma Crucis facts for kids
Gamma Crucis, also known as Gacrux, is the closest red giant star to the Sun. It is only visible in the Southern hemisphere. It has a diameter 113 times larger than the Sun.
GACRUX by Jim Kaler
Images for kids
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The constellation Crux, with the reddish star Gacrux at the top of the constellation (north) in this image
See also
In Spanish: Gacrux para niños
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