Exploring the Mysteries of Alkaid: The Big Dipper’s Handle

Explore the mysteries of Alkaid, a captivating B-type star located in Ursa Major. With a blue hue, mass 6.1 times that of our Sun, and radius 2.9 times larger, Alkaid stands out in the night sky. Learn about the classification of stars, Alkaid’s unique characteristics, and how it offers a glimpse into the vast array of stellar types in our universe.