Arkas
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Arkas is an IAU name for an exoplanet. Its host star is Intercrus in the constellation of Ursa Major. Suggested by the country of Japan, it follows the name theme NEWC 2015
Etymology and History
Arkas was the son of Callisto (UrsaMajor) in Greek mythology.
Mythology
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/
