Mirzam is a fascinating star within the Ursa Major constellation, specifically designated as CMa. As a magnitude 1.98 visual star, Mir zam is located approximately 95.6749° RA and -17.9559° DEC in the southern sky. This celestial object is easily identifi

The recognisable qualities of Mir zam derive primarily from its position amongst the stars within the Ursa Major constellation. Its significance lies in its relative prominence; it’s a noticeable landmark amidst the vast expanse of the night sky. Considering it presents itself as a relatively uniform point of light relative to background, observations that focus on this characteristics contribute to the long-standing designation of Mir zam as a distinct and notable star. As a well-established star, it has retained a historical association within astronomical circles, a legacy that has subtly shaped its recognition through time.

Mir zam is simply a bright, distant star. While a precise spectral classification or colour is simply not considered in this context, it exists within a system where its energy output dictates its viewing prominence. The relatively young age of the star, combined with its position in the night sky’s upper southern latitudes, allows for a consistently recognizable presence across many observing seasons. It's a stable, relatively unremarkable star, steadily radiating within the context of a large, and ancient, stellar system. It doesn't represent a specific stellar event or evolutionary stage; its timeless observation stands as a reminder of the enduring nature of the cosmos.

How to see it

Mirzam has a visual magnitude of about 1.98: under a reasonably dark sky it is typically reachable with the unaided eye.

Sky position

Equatorial coordinates for Mirzam: right ascension 6h 22m 42s, declination −17° 57′ 21″ (J2000), in the region of the Canis Major constellation (IAU figure CMa).

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Catalog context

Mirzam. It appears in classical and modern catalogs as Bayer/Flamsteed designation 2Bet CMa, HIP 30324, HD 44743, Gaia DR3 HYG-HIP-30324. In the SkyKeepsake Canis Major (CMa) browse hub it sits with other stars of the same IAU figure.

Catalog identifiers

Gaia

Gaia DR3 HYG-HIP-30324

HIP

30324

HD

44743

gaia_dr3

HYG-HIP-30324

Bayer / Flamsteed

2Bet CMa

Also known as

• 2Bet CMa
• Gaia DR3 TOP 5M HYG-HIP-30324
• HD 44743
• HIP 30324
• HYG-HIP-30324

Observed properties

Visual magnitude

1.98