Where Did Algenib Get Its Name from?

The name Algenib (pronunciation: /ælˈdʒiːnɪb/) comes from the Arabic al-janb, meaning “the side.” It was traditionally used both for Gamma Pegasi and Alpha Persei, the brightest star in the nearby Perseus constellation.

Where is Algenib?

Algenib is located at around 390 light-years / 120 parsecs away from our Solar System. Algenib has an apparent magnitude of +2.84, and an absolute magnitude of -2.64. This star is a subgiant of spectral type B2 IV, appearing bluish-white in color.

What constellation is Algenib in?

Gamma Pegasi (γ Pegasi, abbreviated Gamma Peg or γ Peg), formally named Algenib /ælˈdʒiːnɪb/, is a star in the constellation of Pegasus, located at the southeast corner of the asterism known as the Great Square.

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