Megrez

69Del UMa

Megrez is a A-type (White) star located in the constellation Ursa Major. It carries the designation 69Del UMa.

Located approximately 80.5 light-years from Earth, Megrez resides within the broader disk of our Milky Way galaxy.

Megrez is classified as a spectral class A star (A-type (White)) on the Harvard spectral classification system.

At an apparent magnitude of +3.32, Megrez 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 +0.077.

Физические свойства

Спектральный класс Class A — A-type (White)
Показатель цвета (B−V) 0,077

Наблюдение

Видимая звёздная величина +3.32
Абсолютная звёздная величина 1,36
Расстояние 80.5 ly
Созвездие Ursa Major

Положение

Прямое восхождение 12h 15,43m
Склонение 57° 1,96′

Часто задаваемые вопросы

What type of star is Megrez?
Megrez is a Class A — A-type (White) star.
How far is Megrez from Earth?
Megrez is approximately 80.5 light-years from Earth.
Can you see Megrez with the naked eye?
With an apparent magnitude of 3.32, Megrez is visible to the naked eye.
What constellation is Megrez in?
Megrez is located in the constellation Ursa Major.