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Menkib
O7.5Iab:46Xi Per · Perseus
Menkib is a O7.5Iab:-type star located in the constellation of Perseus. Sitting at a distance of approximately 1,245 ly from Earth, it shines with an apparent magnitude of 3.98, making it an interesting target for observation. It is officially recorded in the Hipparcos catalog as HIP 18614.
Common NameMenkib
Bayer Designation46Xi Per
HIP Catalog IDHIP 18614
ConstellationPerseus
Right Ascension3h 58m 57.9s
Declination+35° 47' 28"
Distance1,245 ly
Apparent Magnitude+3.98
Absolute Magnitude-3.93
Color Index (B-V)0.02
Spectral ClassO7.5Iab:
Variable StarNo