Alphard

30Alp Hya

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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 K 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′

Frequently Asked Questions

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.