20 Cet
20 Cet
20 Cet is a M-type (Red) star. It carries the designation 20 Cet.
Located approximately 586.6 light-years from Earth, 20 Cet resides within the broader disk of our Milky Way galaxy.
20 Cet is classified as a spectral class M star (M-type (Red)) on the Harvard spectral classification system.
With an apparent magnitude of +4.78, 20 Cet 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 red hue, which corresponds to a B-V color index of +1.550.
भौतिक गुण
| वर्णक्रम वर्ग | M Class M — M-type (Red) |
| रंग सूचकांक (B−V) | 1.550 |
प्रेक्षण
| आभासी परिमाण | +4.78 |
| निरपेक्ष परिमाण | -1.50 |
| दूरी | 587 ly |
स्थिति
| दक्षिणांश | 0h 53.01m |
| दिगंश | -1° 8.66′ |
Frequently Asked Questions
What type of star is 20 Cet?
20 Cet is a Class M — M-type (Red) star.
How far is 20 Cet from Earth?
20 Cet is approximately 586.6 light-years from Earth.
Can you see 20 Cet with the naked eye?
With an apparent magnitude of 4.78, 20 Cet is visible to the naked eye.