2 Cyg
2 Cyg
2 Cyg is a B-type (Blue-White) star located in the constellation Cygnus. It carries the designation 2 Cyg.
Located approximately 842.8 light-years from Earth, 2 Cyg resides within the broader disk of our Milky Way galaxy.
2 Cyg is classified as a spectral class B star (B-type (Blue-White)) on the Harvard spectral classification system.
With an apparent magnitude of +4.99, 2 Cyg 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 blue hue, which corresponds to a B-V color index of -0.120.
الخصائص الفيزيائية
| النوع الطيفي | B Class B — B-type (Blue-White) |
| مؤشر اللون (B−V) | -0,120 |
الرصد
| القدر الظاهري | +4.99 |
| القدر المطلق | -2,07 |
| المسافة | 843 ly |
| الكوكبة | Cygnus |
الموضع
| المطلع المستقيم | 19h 24,13m |
| الميل | 29° 37,28′ |
Frequently Asked Questions
What type of star is 2 Cyg?
2 Cyg is a Class B — B-type (Blue-White) star.
How far is 2 Cyg from Earth?
2 Cyg is approximately 842.8 light-years from Earth.
Can you see 2 Cyg with the naked eye?
With an apparent magnitude of 4.99, 2 Cyg is visible to the naked eye.
What constellation is 2 Cyg in?
2 Cyg is located in the constellation Cygnus.