Barajeel

Barajeel is an IAU name for an exoplanet. Its host star is Sharjah in the constellation of Scorpius. Suggested by the country of United Arab Emirates, it follows the name theme Names associated with the landmarks and architecture of the historical city of Sharjah in United Arab Emirates.

Etymology and History

A barajeel is a wind tower used to direct the flow of the wind so that air can be recirculated as a form of air conditioning.

IAU Working Group on Star Names

The name was adopted by the IAU WGSN in the 20xx NameExoWorlds Campaign (NEWC).

Weblinks

• Website of the IAU WGSN: https://exopla.net/

Reference

• References (general)