Alnitak
(Redirected from Zeta Orionis)
Alnitak, also known as Zeta Puppis, is a triple star system made out of three blue stars in the constellation Orion. It is part of Orion's Belt. It is a rare O9-type star[1] 20 times larger than the Sun.
Alnitak Media
Orion's Belt with Alnitak on the left
Alnitak Aa compared to the Sun (to scale)
References
- ↑ Joy of Knowledge, vol. 17