メンケント

5The Cen

メンケント is a K-type (Orange) star located in the constellation Centaurus. It carries the designation 5The Cen.

Located approximately 58.8 light-years from Earth, メンケント resides within the broader disk of our Milky Way galaxy.

メンケント is classified as a spectral class K star (K-type (Orange)) on the Harvard spectral classification system.

At an apparent magnitude of +2.06, メンケント 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 orange hue, which corresponds to a B-V color index of +1.011.

物理的特性

スペクトル型 Class K — K-type (Orange)
色指数 (B−V) 1.011

観測

見かけの等級 +2.06
絶対等級 0.78
距離 58.8 ly
星座 Centaurus

位置

赤経 14h 6.68m
赤緯 -36° 22.20′

よくある質問

What type of star is メンケント?
メンケント is a Class K — K-type (Orange) star.
How far is メンケント from Earth?
メンケント is approximately 58.8 light-years from Earth.
Can you see メンケント with the naked eye?
With an apparent magnitude of 2.06, メンケント is visible to the naked eye.
What constellation is メンケント in?
メンケント is located in the constellation Centaurus.