Aludra

31Eta CMa

Aludra is a B-type (Blue-White) star located in the constellation Canis Major. It carries the designation 31Eta CMa.

At a distance of roughly 1,989 light-years, Aludra is a distant star lying deep within the Milky Way galaxy.

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

At an apparent magnitude of +2.45, Aludra 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 -0.083.

Fiziksel Özellikler

Spektral Sınıf Class B — B-type (Blue-White)
Renk İndeksi (B−V) -0,083

Gözlem

Görünür Parlaklık +2.45
Mutlak Parlaklık -6,48
Mesafe 1,989 ly
Takımyıldız Canis Major

Konum

Sağ Açıklık 7h 24,10m
Dik Açı -29° 18,19′

Sıkça Sorulan Sorular

What type of star is Aludra?
Aludra is a Class B — B-type (Blue-White) star.
How far is Aludra from Earth?
Aludra is approximately 1,988.8 light-years from Earth.
Can you see Aludra with the naked eye?
With an apparent magnitude of 2.45, Aludra is visible to the naked eye.
What constellation is Aludra in?
Aludra is located in the constellation Canis Major.