BETA VIRGINIS

'Beta Virginis' (β Vir / β Virginis) is a star in the constellation Virgo. It also has the traditional name 'Zavijava' (also 'Zavijah'). Despite being the ''beta'' star of the constellation Virgo it is only the fifth star in order of brightness.
Physically, Beta Virginis is larger and more massive than the Sun, and is comparitively metal-rich. That is, it has a higher preponderance of elements heavier than helium.
Since it is close to the ecliptic, it can be occulted by the Moon and (very rarely) by planets. The next planetary occultation of Zavijava will take place on 11 August 2069 by Venus.

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