Sun-like · Nearest Pair

Alpha Centauri A

Alpha Centauri A is the larger of the two main stars in the Alpha Centauri binary system. Almost a twin of the Sun — slightly larger and slightly more luminous — it is the closest Sun-like star to Earth.

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