3.47
Apparent Mag82
Distance (ly)A3V
Spectral Type8,500
Temperature (K)Gamma Ceti, also known as Kaffaljidhma, is a close binary in the head of Cetus.
Stellar Data
Apparent Magnitude3.47
Absolute Magnitude1.19
Distance82 light-years
Spectral TypeA3V
Temperature8,500 K
Luminosity16 L☉
Radius1.8 R☉
Mass2 M☉
Right Ascension02h 43m 18.0s
Declination+03° 14′ 08.9″
ConstellationCetus
Notable Facts
- Also known as Kaffaljidhma meaning part of a hand
- It is a close binary with an A-type primary
- The pair orbits each other every 2.5 years