17 UMa

17 UMa

17 UMa is a K-type (Orange) star located in the constellation Ursa Major. It carries the designation 17 UMa.

Located approximately 720.0 light-years from Earth, 17 UMa resides within the broader disk of our Milky Way galaxy.

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

With an apparent magnitude of +5.28, 17 UMa 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 +1.568.

Physikalische Eigenschaften

Spektralklasse K Class K — K-type (Orange)
Farbindex (B−V) 1,568

Beobachtung

Scheinbare Helligkeit +5.28
Absolute Helligkeit -1,44
Entfernung 720 ly
Sternbild Ursa Major

Position

Rektaszension 9h 15,83m
Deklination 56° 44,48′

Frequently Asked Questions

What type of star is 17 UMa?
17 UMa is a Class K — K-type (Orange) star.
How far is 17 UMa from Earth?
17 UMa is approximately 720.0 light-years from Earth.
Can you see 17 UMa with the naked eye?
With an apparent magnitude of 5.28, 17 UMa is visible to the naked eye.
What constellation is 17 UMa in?
17 UMa is located in the constellation Ursa Major.