Mintaka
34Del Ori
Mintaka is a O-type (Blue) star located in the constellation Orion. It carries the designation 34Del Ori.
Located approximately 692.5 light-years from Earth, Mintaka resides within the broader disk of our Milky Way galaxy.
Mintaka is classified as a spectral class O star (O-type (Blue)) on the Harvard spectral classification system.
At an apparent magnitude of +2.25, Mintaka 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 -0.175.
Propiedades físicas
| Clase Espectral | Class O — O-type (Blue) |
| Índice de color (B−V) | -0,175 |
Observación
| Magnitud Aparente | +2.25 |
| Magnitud Absoluta | -4,38 |
| Distancia | 692 ly |
| Constelación | Orion |
Posición
| Ascensión recta | 5h 32,01m |
| Declinación | 0° 17,95′ |
Preguntas frecuentes
What type of star is Mintaka?
Mintaka is a Class O — O-type (Blue) star.
How far is Mintaka from Earth?
Mintaka is approximately 692.5 light-years from Earth.
Can you see Mintaka with the naked eye?
With an apparent magnitude of 2.25, Mintaka is visible to the naked eye.
What constellation is Mintaka in?
Mintaka is located in the constellation Orion.