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Minkar

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Minkar is the traditional name of Epsilon Corvi, a star in the constellation Corvus. It is an orange K-type giant located roughly 300 light-years from Earth and is visible to the unaided eye under suitable conditions. The name derives from an Arabic expression referring to the crow's nostril or beak, connecting the star's traditional identity with the constellation's bird figure.

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What star is Minkar?

Minkar is the traditional name for Epsilon Corvi in the constellation Corvus. Corvus is a compact southern constellation shaped roughly like a small quadrilateral.

What color is Minkar?

Minkar is an orange K-type giant. Its orange color contrasts with the blue-white appearance of hotter main-sequence stars.

How far away is Minkar?

Minkar is roughly 300 light-years from Earth. The distance is commonly given as an estimate because stellar measurements can be refined as observations improve.

Can Minkar be seen without a telescope?

Yes, Minkar can be seen with the unaided eye under suitable dark-sky conditions. It is not the brightest star in Corvus, so a constellation chart can help identify it.

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