SkyKeepsake page about the star Buna.
Buna is a star within the Per constellation, visible as a relatively distant star in the southern sky. Characteristically, it is located near the edge of the constellation, requiring careful observation to discern its location relative to other celestial markers. This star exhibits a magnitude of 7.143, placing it firmly in the relatively bright stellar range for a star within this portion of the sky. It is approximately 195.7 light years away, reflecting its vast expanse within our cosmological view. This distance is substantial, and the distance represents a significant separation from many other stars in the catalog.
Buna's recognizable features lie primarily in its consistent brightness, a value of 7.143, which denotes it as a variable star in the field of view. Its orbit is not overly complex, and it consistently follows a relatively narrow, predictable path within the star’s system. It does not exhibit significant variation in color or spectral type, making it easy to identify in any given observational context – the star's basic properties are consistent across numerous astronomical imaging applications.
The choice of Buna as a symbolic dedication often stems from its placement within the Per constellation, and a fascination with distant stars and its relative distance. This object serves as a marker across astronomical surveys which aim for comprehensive catalog records to highlight the stars positions and relationships. It is a celestial body considered somewhat unremarkable with respect to the overall richness of the cosmos, possessing a consistent brightness that minimizes challenges in its tracking by observational tools across vastly different parts of the universe.
How to see it
Buna has a visual magnitude of about 7.14: it usually needs binoculars or a small telescope, especially from light-polluted sites.
Sky position
Equatorial coordinates for Buna: right ascension 2h 37m 2s, declination +42° 3′ 45″ (J2000), in the region of the Perseus constellation (IAU figure Per).
Catalog context
Buna. It appears in classical and modern catalogs as HIP 12191, HD 16175, Gaia DR3 340028235795364864. In the SkyKeepsake Perseus (Per) browse hub it sits with other stars of the same IAU figure.
Catalog identifiers
- Gaia
- Gaia DR3 340028235795364864
- HIP
- 12191
- HD
- 16175
- gaia_dr3
- 340028235795364864
Also known as
- Gaia DR3 TOP 5M 340028235795364864
- HD 16175
- HIP 12191
Observed properties
- Visual magnitude
- 7.14