Aldébaran

87Alp Tau

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Aldébaran is a K-type (Orange) star located in the constellation Taurus. It carries the designation 87Alp Tau.

Located approximately 66.6 light-years from Earth, Aldébaran resides within the broader disk of our Milky Way galaxy.

Aldébaran is classified as a spectral class K star (K-type (Orange)) on the Harvard spectral classification system.

Aldébaran has an apparent magnitude of +0.87, 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 red hue, which corresponds to a B-V color index of +1.538.

Propriétés physiques

Classe Spectrale K Class K — K-type (Orange)
Indice de couleur (B−V) 1,538

Observation

Magnitude Apparente +0.87
Magnitude Absolue -0,68
Distance 66.6 ly
Constellation Taurus

Position

Ascension droite 4h 35,92m
Déclinaison 16° 30,56′

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Frequently Asked Questions

What type of star is Aldébaran?
Aldébaran is a Class K — K-type (Orange) star.
How far is Aldébaran from Earth?
Aldébaran is approximately 66.6 light-years from Earth.
Can you see Aldébaran with the naked eye?
With an apparent magnitude of 0.87, Aldébaran is visible to the naked eye.
What constellation is Aldébaran in?
Aldébaran is located in the constellation Taurus.