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Menkar
M2III92Alp Cet · Cetus
Menkar is a M2III-type star located in the constellation of Cetus. Sitting at a distance of approximately 249 ly from Earth, it shines with an apparent magnitude of 2.54, making it an interesting target for observation. It is officially recorded in the Hipparcos catalog as HIP 14135.
Common NameMenkar
Bayer Designation92Alp Cet
HIP Catalog IDHIP 14135
ConstellationCetus
Right Ascension3h 2m 16.8s
Declination+4° 5' 23"
Distance249 ly
Apparent Magnitude+2.54
Absolute Magnitude-1.88
Color Index (B-V)1.63
Spectral ClassM2III
Variable StarNo