This multiple star is not only one of the hottest in the Orion constellation but a “runaway” star. This was my last observation of 2021.
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Sigma Orionis: An Attractive Quartet of Stars in Orion
Some consider Sigma Orionis one of the best multiple star systems to view. It makes its home just underneath the belt of Orion near the famous Horsehead Nebula.
Mintaka: A Blazing Hot Star System in Orion’s Belt
Mintaka, a hot bluish-white star in Orion’s Belt, shines 190,000 times brighter than the Sun and is easily seen in the winter sky with the naked eye.
Struve 747: A Pair of Light Blue Topaz Stars
With many competing targets in the Orion neighborhood, it may be easy to overlook notable double stars such as Rigel and Struve 747 (also known by HR 1887). Struve 747 is a 4th magnitude double star in Orion and a worthy target on any winter night. When observing the pair, you’ll notice they are prettyContinueContinue reading “Struve 747: A Pair of Light Blue Topaz Stars”
Messier 42 (NGC 1976): A Cosmic Fire and Stellar Nursery in Orion
Messier 42, known as the Great Orion Nebula, is in the constellation Orion. It’s best viewed in the winter. The Great Orion Nebula never fails to impress winter stargazers. I don’t care if I’m looking at M42 with a small pair of binoculars or larger scope, I find it difficult to break my gaze atContinueContinue reading “Messier 42 (NGC 1976): A Cosmic Fire and Stellar Nursery in Orion”
Rigel: Shine On, You Crazy Diamond
Rigel is one of the most popular stars in the sky as it marks the foot of thee constellation Orion. It is a blue-white supergiant star, and when you look at it closer, you’ll find a small companion star floating in Rigel’s glow.
The Garden Astronomer 