Alphard
30Alp Hya
Alphard is a K-type (Orange) star. It carries the designation 30Alp Hya.
Located approximately 180.3 light-years from Earth, Alphard resides within the broader disk of our Milky Way galaxy.
Alphard is classified as a spectral class K star (K-type (Orange)) on the Harvard spectral classification system.
Alphard has an apparent magnitude of +1.99, making it a bright and prominent star that is readily visible to the naked eye. It is one of the more conspicuous stars in its region of the sky. Observers will note its red hue, which corresponds to a B-V color index of +1.440.
Physikalische Eigenschaften
| Spektralklasse | Class K — K-type (Orange) |
| Farbindex (B−V) | 1,440 |
Beobachtung
| Scheinbare Helligkeit | +1.99 |
| Absolute Helligkeit | -1,72 |
| Entfernung | 180 ly |
Position
| Rektaszension | 9h 27,59m |
| Deklination | -8° 39,52′ |
Häufig gestellte Fragen
What type of star is Alphard?
Alphard is a Class K — K-type (Orange) star.
How far is Alphard from Earth?
Alphard is approximately 180.3 light-years from Earth.
Can you see Alphard with the naked eye?
With an apparent magnitude of 1.99, Alphard is visible to the naked eye.