Менкент
5The Cen
Менкент is a K-type (Orange) star located in the constellation Centaurus. It carries the designation 5The Cen.
Located approximately 58.8 light-years from Earth, Менкент resides within the broader disk of our Milky Way galaxy.
Менкент is classified as a spectral class K star (K-type (Orange)) on the Harvard spectral classification system.
At an apparent magnitude of +2.06, Менкент 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 orange hue, which corresponds to a B-V color index of +1.011.
Физические свойства
| Спектральный класс | Class K — K-type (Orange) |
| Показатель цвета (B−V) | 1,011 |
Наблюдение
| Видимая звёздная величина | +2.06 |
| Абсолютная звёздная величина | 0,78 |
| Расстояние | 58.8 ly |
| Созвездие | Centaurus |
Положение
| Прямое восхождение | 14h 6,68m |
| Склонение | -36° 22,20′ |
Часто задаваемые вопросы
What type of star is Менкент?
Менкент is a Class K — K-type (Orange) star.
How far is Менкент from Earth?
Менкент is approximately 58.8 light-years from Earth.
Can you see Менкент with the naked eye?
With an apparent magnitude of 2.06, Менкент is visible to the naked eye.
What constellation is Менкент in?
Менкент is located in the constellation Centaurus.