Markab

54Alp Peg

Markab is a B-type (Blue-White) star located in the constellation Pegasus. It carries the designation 54Alp Peg.

Located approximately 133.3 light-years from Earth, Markab resides within the broader disk of our Milky Way galaxy.

Markab is classified as a spectral class B star (B-type (Blue-White)) on the Harvard spectral classification system.

At an apparent magnitude of +2.49, Markab is visible to the naked eye under reasonably clear skies. It may require dark-sky conditions to be seen comfortably in areas with significant light pollution. Observers will note its blue hue, which corresponds to a B-V color index of -0.002.

Physikalische Eigenschaften

Spektralklasse Class B — B-type (Blue-White)
Farbindex (B−V) -0,002

Beobachtung

Scheinbare Helligkeit +2.49
Absolute Helligkeit -0,57
Entfernung 133 ly
Sternbild Pegasus

Position

Rektaszension 23h 4,76m
Deklination 15° 12,32′

Häufig gestellte Fragen

What type of star is Markab?
Markab is a Class B — B-type (Blue-White) star.
How far is Markab from Earth?
Markab is approximately 133.3 light-years from Earth.
Can you see Markab with the naked eye?
With an apparent magnitude of 2.49, Markab is visible to the naked eye.
What constellation is Markab in?
Markab is located in the constellation Pegasus.