Nekkar
Overlaid DSS image of Nekkar, 60' x 60' with north at top and west to the right
Aladin viewer for the region around Nekkar
Beta Boötis, β Boo, 42 Boo
BD+40 2840, HD 133208, HR 5602, SAO 45337, GSC 03047-01258, HIP 73555
BD+40 2840, HD 133208, HR 5602, SAO 45337, GSC 03047-01258, HIP 73555
| Type | Star |
|---|---|
| Magnitude | 3.52 | Right Ascension | 15h 1' 56.9" (2000) |
| Declination | 40° 23' 26" N |
| Constellation | Boötes |
| Classification | G8IIIaFe-0.5 |
Observing Notes
Andrew Cooper
Feb 12, 2022 Waikoloa, HI (map)
20cm f/6 Newtonian, Cave Astrola @ 76x
Seeing: 6 Transparency: 6 Moon: 0%
Brilliant pale orange, no companion noted, a lovely starfield can be enjoyed between Nekkar and 40 Boo a degree southwest
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Nekkar