46 Boo
46 Boo
46 Boo is a K-type (Orange) star. It carries the designation 46 Boo.
Located approximately 517.7 light-years from Earth, 46 Boo resides within the broader disk of our Milky Way galaxy.
46 Boo is classified as a spectral class K star (K-type (Orange)) on the Harvard spectral classification system.
With an apparent magnitude of +5.67, 46 Boo 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 +1.240.
Physikalische Eigenschaften
| Spektralklasse | K Class K — K-type (Orange) |
| Farbindex (B−V) | 1,240 |
Beobachtung
| Scheinbare Helligkeit | +5.67 |
| Absolute Helligkeit | -0,33 |
| Entfernung | 518 ly |
Position
| Rektaszension | 15h 8,40m |
| Deklination | 26° 18,07′ |
Frequently Asked Questions
What type of star is 46 Boo?
46 Boo is a Class K — K-type (Orange) star.
How far is 46 Boo from Earth?
46 Boo is approximately 517.7 light-years from Earth.
Can you see 46 Boo with the naked eye?
With an apparent magnitude of 5.67, 46 Boo is visible to the naked eye.