26 Cyg
26 Cyg
26 Cyg is a K-type (Orange) star located in the constellation Cygnus. It carries the designation 26 Cyg.
Located approximately 434.3 light-years from Earth, 26 Cyg resides within the broader disk of our Milky Way galaxy.
26 Cyg is classified as a spectral class K star (K-type (Orange)) on the Harvard spectral classification system.
With an apparent magnitude of +5.06, 26 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 orange hue, which corresponds to a B-V color index of +1.122.
الخصائص الفيزيائية
| النوع الطيفي | K Class K — K-type (Orange) |
| مؤشر اللون (B−V) | 1,122 |
الرصد
| القدر الظاهري | +5.06 |
| القدر المطلق | -0,56 |
| المسافة | 434 ly |
| الكوكبة | Cygnus |
الموضع
| المطلع المستقيم | 20h 1,36m |
| الميل | 50° 6,28′ |
Frequently Asked Questions
What type of star is 26 Cyg?
26 Cyg is a Class K — K-type (Orange) star.
How far is 26 Cyg from Earth?
26 Cyg is approximately 434.3 light-years from Earth.
Can you see 26 Cyg with the naked eye?
With an apparent magnitude of 5.06, 26 Cyg is visible to the naked eye.
What constellation is 26 Cyg in?
26 Cyg is located in the constellation Cygnus.