3 Mon

3 Mon

3 Mon is a B-type (Blue-White) star. It carries the designation 3 Mon.

Located approximately 784.0 light-years from Earth, 3 Mon resides within the broader disk of our Milky Way galaxy.

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

With an apparent magnitude of +4.92, 3 Mon sits near the limit of naked-eye visibility. It can be glimpsed without optical aid under dark skies, but binoculars will make observation much easier. Observers will note its blue hue, which corresponds to a B-V color index of -0.128.

Propriétés physiques

Classe Spectrale B Class B — B-type (Blue-White)
Indice de couleur (B−V) -0,128

Observation

Magnitude Apparente +4.92
Magnitude Absolue -1,98
Distance 784 ly

Position

Ascension droite 6h 1,84m
Déclinaison -10° 35,88′

Frequently Asked Questions

What type of star is 3 Mon?
3 Mon is a Class B — B-type (Blue-White) star.
How far is 3 Mon from Earth?
3 Mon is approximately 784.0 light-years from Earth.
Can you see 3 Mon with the naked eye?
With an apparent magnitude of 4.92, 3 Mon is visible to the naked eye.