캅테인의 별

캅테인의 별 is a M-type (Red) star.

At a distance of approximately 12.8 light-years, 캅테인의 별 is one of the Sun's closest stellar neighbors. Light that we observe from 캅테인의 별 today left the star roughly 12 years ago, making it a near neighbor in galactic terms.

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

캅테인의 별 has an apparent magnitude of +8.86, placing it beyond naked-eye visibility. A good pair of binoculars or a small telescope is required to observe this star. Observers will note its red hue, which corresponds to a B-V color index of +1.543.

물리적 특성

분광형 Class M — M-type (Red)
색지수 (B−V) 1.543

관측

겉보기 등급 +8.86
절대 등급 10.90
거리 12.8 ly

위치

적경 5h 11.65m
적위 -45° 1.11′

자주 묻는 질문

What type of star is 캅테인의 별?
캅테인의 별 is a Class M — M-type (Red) star.
How far is 캅테인의 별 from Earth?
캅테인의 별 is approximately 12.8 light-years from Earth.
Can you see 캅테인의 별 with the naked eye?
With an apparent magnitude of 8.86, 캅테인의 별 is not visible to the naked eye.