47 Cyg
47 Cyg
47 Cyg is a K-type (Orange) star located in the constellation Cygnus. It carries the designation 47 Cyg.
At a distance of roughly 2,764 light-years, 47 Cyg is a distant star lying deep within the Milky Way galaxy.
47 Cyg is classified as a spectral class K star (K-type (Orange)) on the Harvard spectral classification system.
With an apparent magnitude of +4.61, 47 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 red hue, which corresponds to a B-V color index of +1.593.
Physikalische Eigenschaften
| Spektralklasse | Class K — K-type (Orange) |
| Farbindex (B−V) | 1,593 |
Beobachtung
| Scheinbare Helligkeit | +4.61 |
| Absolute Helligkeit | -5,03 |
| Entfernung | 2,764 ly |
| Sternbild | Cygnus |
Position
| Rektaszension | 20h 33,90m |
| Deklination | 35° 15,05′ |
Häufig gestellte Fragen
What type of star is 47 Cyg?
47 Cyg is a Class K — K-type (Orange) star.
How far is 47 Cyg from Earth?
47 Cyg is approximately 2,764.0 light-years from Earth.
Can you see 47 Cyg with the naked eye?
With an apparent magnitude of 4.61, 47 Cyg is visible to the naked eye.
What constellation is 47 Cyg in?
47 Cyg is located in the constellation Cygnus.