106 Vir

106 Vir

106 Vir is a K-type (Orange) star located in the constellation Virgo. It carries the designation 106 Vir.

Located approximately 624.8 light-years from Earth, 106 Vir resides within the broader disk of our Milky Way galaxy.

106 Vir is classified as a spectral class K star (K-type (Orange)) on the Harvard spectral classification system.

With an apparent magnitude of +5.42, 106 Vir sits near the limit of naked-eye visibility. It can be glimpsed without optical aid under dark skies, but binoculars will make observation much easier. Observers will note its red hue, which corresponds to a B-V color index of +1.490.

الخصائص الفيزيائية

النوع الطيفي K Class K — K-type (Orange)
مؤشر اللون (B−V) 1,490

الرصد

القدر الظاهري +5.42
القدر المطلق -0,99
المسافة 625 ly
الكوكبة Virgo

الموضع

المطلع المستقيم 14h 28,70m
الميل -6° 54,03′

Frequently Asked Questions

What type of star is 106 Vir?
106 Vir is a Class K — K-type (Orange) star.
How far is 106 Vir from Earth?
106 Vir is approximately 624.8 light-years from Earth.
Can you see 106 Vir with the naked eye?
With an apparent magnitude of 5.42, 106 Vir is visible to the naked eye.
What constellation is 106 Vir in?
106 Vir is located in the constellation Virgo.