Mira

68Omi Cet

Mira is a M-type (Red) star. It carries the designation 68Omi Cet.

Located approximately 298.9 light-years from Earth, Mira resides within the broader disk of our Milky Way galaxy.

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

Mira has an apparent magnitude of +6.47, 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 yellow hue, which corresponds to a B-V color index of +0.966.

Propriedades físicas

Classe Espectral Class M — M-type (Red)
Índice de cor (B−V) 0,966

Observação

Magnitude Aparente +6.47
Magnitude Absoluta 1,66
Distância 299 ly

Posição

Ascensão reta 2h 19,35m
Declinação -2° 58,66′

Perguntas frequentes

What type of star is Mira?
Mira is a Class M — M-type (Red) star.
How far is Mira from Earth?
Mira is approximately 299.0 light-years from Earth.
Can you see Mira with the naked eye?
With an apparent magnitude of 6.47, Mira is not visible to the naked eye.