Kappa Orionis

53Kap Ori

Kappa Orionis is a B-type (Blue-White) star located in the constellation Orion. It carries the designation 53Kap Ori.

Located approximately 647.1 light-years from Earth, Kappa Orionis resides within the broader disk of our Milky Way galaxy.

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

At an apparent magnitude of +2.07, Kappa Orionis 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 -0.168.

Fiziksel Özellikler

Spektral Sınıf Class B — B-type (Blue-White)
Renk İndeksi (B−V) -0,168

Gözlem

Görünür Parlaklık +2.07
Mutlak Parlaklık -4,42
Mesafe 647 ly
Takımyıldız Orion

Konum

Sağ Açıklık 5h 47,76m
Dik Açı -9° 40,18′

Sıkça Sorulan Sorular

What type of star is Kappa Orionis?
Kappa Orionis is a Class B — B-type (Blue-White) star.
How far is Kappa Orionis from Earth?
Kappa Orionis is approximately 647.1 light-years from Earth.
Can you see Kappa Orionis with the naked eye?
With an apparent magnitude of 2.07, Kappa Orionis is visible to the naked eye.
What constellation is Kappa Orionis in?
Kappa Orionis is located in the constellation Orion.