Alp Ara

Alp Ara

Alp Ara is a B-type (Blue-White) star. It carries the designation Alp Ara.

Located approximately 267.3 light-years from Earth, Alp Ara resides within the broader disk of our Milky Way galaxy.

Alp Ara is classified as a spectral class B star (B-type (Blue-White)) on the Harvard spectral classification system.

At an apparent magnitude of +2.84, Alp Ara 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 hue, which corresponds to a B-V color index of -0.136.

Физические свойства

Спектральный класс Class B — B-type (Blue-White)
Показатель цвета (B−V) -0,136

Наблюдение

Видимая звёздная величина +2.84
Абсолютная звёздная величина -1,73
Расстояние 267 ly

Положение

Прямое восхождение 17h 31,84m
Склонение -49° 52,57′

Часто задаваемые вопросы

What type of star is Alp Ara?
Alp Ara is a Class B — B-type (Blue-White) star.
How far is Alp Ara from Earth?
Alp Ara is approximately 267.3 light-years from Earth.
Can you see Alp Ara with the naked eye?
With an apparent magnitude of 2.84, Alp Ara is visible to the naked eye.