3 Cet

3 Cet

3 Cet is a K-type (Orange) star. It carries the designation 3 Cet.

At a distance of roughly 2,091 light-years, 3 Cet is a distant star lying deep within the Milky Way galaxy.

3 Cet is classified as a spectral class K star (K-type (Orange)) on the Harvard spectral classification system.

With an apparent magnitude of +4.99, 3 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 red hue, which corresponds to a B-V color index of +1.619.

Đặc tính vật lý

Phân Loại Quang Phổ K Class K — K-type (Orange)
Chỉ số màu (B−V) 1,619

Quan sát

Cấp Sao Biểu Kiến +4.99
Cấp Sao Tuyệt Đối -4,04
Khoảng Cách 2,091 ly

Vị trí

Xích kinh 0h 4,50m
Xích vĩ -10° 30,57′

Frequently Asked Questions

What type of star is 3 Cet?
3 Cet is a Class K — K-type (Orange) star.
How far is 3 Cet from Earth?
3 Cet is approximately 2,090.7 light-years from Earth.
Can you see 3 Cet with the naked eye?
With an apparent magnitude of 4.99, 3 Cet is visible to the naked eye.