Bételgeuse

58Alp Ori

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Bételgeuse is a M-type (Red) star located in the constellation Orion. It carries the designation 58Alp Ori.

Located approximately 497.9 light-years from Earth, Bételgeuse resides within the broader disk of our Milky Way galaxy.

Bételgeuse is classified as a spectral class M star (M-type (Red)) on the Harvard spectral classification system.

Bételgeuse has an apparent magnitude of +0.45, 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 +1.500.

Propriétés physiques

Classe Spectrale M Class M — M-type (Red)
Indice de couleur (B−V) 1,500

Observation

Magnitude Apparente +0.45
Magnitude Absolue -5,47
Distance 498 ly
Constellation Orion

Position

Ascension droite 5h 55,17m
Déclinaison 7° 24,42′

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Frequently Asked Questions

What type of star is Bételgeuse?
Bételgeuse is a Class M — M-type (Red) star.
How far is Bételgeuse from Earth?
Bételgeuse is approximately 498.0 light-years from Earth.
Can you see Bételgeuse with the naked eye?
With an apparent magnitude of 0.45, Bételgeuse is visible to the naked eye.
What constellation is Bételgeuse in?
Bételgeuse is located in the constellation Orion.