Menkib

46Xi Per

Menkib is a O-type (Blue) star located in the constellation Perseus. It carries the designation 46Xi Per.

At a distance of roughly 1,245 light-years, Menkib is a distant star lying deep within the Milky Way galaxy.

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

At an apparent magnitude of +3.98, Menkib 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-white hue, which corresponds to a B-V color index of +0.016.

물리적 특성

분광형 Class O — O-type (Blue)
색지수 (B−V) 0.016

관측

겉보기 등급 +3.98
절대 등급 -3.93
거리 1,245 ly
별자리 Perseus

위치

적경 3h 58.97m
적위 35° 47.46′

자주 묻는 질문

What type of star is Menkib?
Menkib is a Class O — O-type (Blue) star.
How far is Menkib from Earth?
Menkib is approximately 1,244.9 light-years from Earth.
Can you see Menkib with the naked eye?
With an apparent magnitude of 3.98, Menkib is visible to the naked eye.
What constellation is Menkib in?
Menkib is located in the constellation Perseus.