Eps Ind
Eps Ind
Eps Ind is a K-type (Orange) star. It carries the designation Eps Ind.
At a distance of approximately 11.8 light-years, Eps Ind is one of the Sun's closest stellar neighbors. Light that we observe from Eps Ind today left the star roughly 11 years ago, making it a near neighbor in galactic terms.
Eps Ind is classified as a spectral class K star (K-type (Orange)) on the Harvard spectral classification system.
With an apparent magnitude of +4.69, Eps Ind 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 +1.056.
Physikalische Eigenschaften
| Spektralklasse | Class K — K-type (Orange) |
| Farbindex (B−V) | 1,056 |
Beobachtung
| Scheinbare Helligkeit | +4.69 |
| Absolute Helligkeit | 6,90 |
| Entfernung | 11.8 ly |
Position
| Rektaszension | 22h 3,33m |
| Deklination | -56° 47,16′ |
Häufig gestellte Fragen
What type of star is Eps Ind?
Eps Ind is a Class K — K-type (Orange) star.
How far is Eps Ind from Earth?
Eps Ind is approximately 11.8 light-years from Earth.
Can you see Eps Ind with the naked eye?
With an apparent magnitude of 4.69, Eps Ind is visible to the naked eye.