2 Cet
2 Cet
2 Cet is a B-type (Blue-White) star. It carries the designation 2 Cet.
Located approximately 272.2 light-years from Earth, 2 Cet resides within the broader disk of our Milky Way galaxy.
2 Cet is classified as a spectral class B star (B-type (Blue-White)) on the Harvard spectral classification system.
With an apparent magnitude of +4.55, 2 Cet sits near the limit of naked-eye visibility. It can be glimpsed without optical aid under dark skies, but binoculars will make observation much easier. Observers will note its blue hue, which corresponds to a B-V color index of -0.047.
Đặc tính vật lý
| Phân Loại Quang Phổ | B Class B — B-type (Blue-White) |
| Chỉ số màu (B−V) | -0,047 |
Quan sát
| Cấp Sao Biểu Kiến | +4.55 |
| Cấp Sao Tuyệt Đối | -0,06 |
| Khoảng Cách | 272 ly |
Vị trí
| Xích kinh | 0h 3,74m |
| Xích vĩ | -17° 20,16′ |
Frequently Asked Questions
What type of star is 2 Cet?
2 Cet is a Class B — B-type (Blue-White) star.
How far is 2 Cet from Earth?
2 Cet is approximately 272.2 light-years from Earth.
Can you see 2 Cet with the naked eye?
With an apparent magnitude of 4.55, 2 Cet is visible to the naked eye.