Alnilam
46Eps Ori
Alnilam is a B-type (Blue-White) star located in the constellation Orion. It carries the designation 46Eps Ori.
At a distance of roughly 1,977 light-years, Alnilam is a distant star lying deep within the Milky Way galaxy.
Alnilam is classified as a spectral class B star (B-type (Blue-White)) on the Harvard spectral classification system.
Alnilam has an apparent magnitude of +1.69, making it a bright and prominent star that is readily visible to the naked eye. It is one of the more conspicuous stars in its region of the sky. Observers will note its blue hue, which corresponds to a B-V color index of -0.184.
Propiedades físicas
| Clase Espectral | Class B — B-type (Blue-White) |
| Índice de color (B−V) | -0,184 |
Observación
| Magnitud Aparente | +1.69 |
| Magnitud Absoluta | -7,22 |
| Distancia | 1,977 ly |
| Constelación | Orion |
Posición
| Ascensión recta | 5h 36,21m |
| Declinación | -1° 12,12′ |
Preguntas frecuentes
What type of star is Alnilam?
Alnilam is a Class B — B-type (Blue-White) star.
How far is Alnilam from Earth?
Alnilam is approximately 1,976.7 light-years from Earth.
Can you see Alnilam with the naked eye?
With an apparent magnitude of 1.69, Alnilam is visible to the naked eye.
What constellation is Alnilam in?
Alnilam is located in the constellation Orion.