Звезда Каптейна

Звезда Каптейна is a M-type (Red) star.

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

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

Звезда Каптейна 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.

Физические свойства

Спектральный класс Class M — M-type (Red)
Показатель цвета (B−V) 1,543

Наблюдение

Видимая звёздная величина +8.86
Абсолютная звёздная величина 10,90
Расстояние 12.8 ly

Положение

Прямое восхождение 5h 11,65m
Склонение -45° 1,11′

Часто задаваемые вопросы

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