Arcturus

16Alp Boo

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An orange K-type star, Arcturus shows the ruddy tint recorded in its comparatively high B–V colour index of 1.239. It is the brightest star of the constellation Boötes, listed as Alpha Boötis, and at apparent magnitude −0.05 it stands among the leading lights of the northern spring sky. The star lies 36.7 light-years away, close enough that its absolute magnitude of −0.31 differs little from how it appears from Earth. A northern declination of +19° makes Arcturus a familiar sight across both hemispheres. Its cool orange colour distinguishes it sharply from the blue-white and white stars that dominate the roster of first-magnitude objects.

Fiziksel Özellikler

Spektral Sınıf K Class K — K-type (Orange)
Renk İndeksi (B−V) 1,239

Gözlem

Görünür Parlaklık -0.05
Mutlak Parlaklık -0,31
Mesafe 36.7 ly

Konum

Sağ Açıklık 14h 15,66m
Dik Açı 19° 10,94′

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Frequently Asked Questions

What type of star is Arcturus?
Arcturus is a Class K — K-type (Orange) star.
How far is Arcturus from Earth?
Arcturus is approximately 36.7 light-years from Earth.
Can you see Arcturus with the naked eye?
With an apparent magnitude of -0.05, Arcturus is visible to the naked eye.