50 Her

50 Her

50 Her is a M-type (Red) star located in the constellation Hercules. It carries the designation 50 Her.

At a distance of roughly 1,069 light-years, 50 Her is a distant star lying deep within the Milky Way galaxy.

50 Her is classified as a spectral class M star (M-type (Red)) on the Harvard spectral classification system.

With an apparent magnitude of +5.73, 50 Her 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 +1.626.

الخصائص الفيزيائية

النوع الطيفي M Class M — M-type (Red)
مؤشر اللون (B−V) 1,626

الرصد

القدر الظاهري +5.73
القدر المطلق -1,85
المسافة 1,069 ly
الكوكبة Hercules

الموضع

المطلع المستقيم 16h 50,65m
الميل 29° 48,39′

Frequently Asked Questions

What type of star is 50 Her?
50 Her is a Class M — M-type (Red) star.
How far is 50 Her from Earth?
50 Her is approximately 1,069.4 light-years from Earth.
Can you see 50 Her with the naked eye?
With an apparent magnitude of 5.73, 50 Her is visible to the naked eye.
What constellation is 50 Her in?
50 Her is located in the constellation Hercules.