Delta Orionis

34Del Ori

Delta Orionis 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, Delta Orionis resides within the broader disk of our Milky Way galaxy.

Delta Orionis is classified as a spectral class O star (O-type (Blue)) on the Harvard spectral classification system.

At an apparent magnitude of +2.25, Delta Orionis 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.

Propriétés physiques

Classe Spectrale Class O — O-type (Blue)
Indice de couleur (B−V) -0,175

Observation

Magnitude Apparente +2.25
Magnitude Absolue -4,38
Distance 692 ly
Constellation Orion

Position

Ascension droite 5h 32,01m
Déclinaison 0° 17,95′

Questions fréquentes

What type of star is Delta Orionis?
Delta Orionis is a Class O — O-type (Blue) star.
How far is Delta Orionis from Earth?
Delta Orionis is approximately 692.5 light-years from Earth.
Can you see Delta Orionis with the naked eye?
With an apparent magnitude of 2.25, Delta Orionis is visible to the naked eye.
What constellation is Delta Orionis in?
Delta Orionis is located in the constellation Orion.