Luytens Stern
Luytens Stern is a M-type (Red) star.
At a distance of approximately 12.4 light-years, Luytens Stern is one of the Sun's closest stellar neighbors. Light that we observe from Luytens Stern today left the star roughly 12 years ago, making it a near neighbor in galactic terms.
Luytens Stern is classified as a spectral class M star (M-type (Red)) on the Harvard spectral classification system.
Luytens Stern has an apparent magnitude of +9.84, placing it beyond naked-eye visibility. A good pair of binoculars or a small telescope is required to observe this star. Observers will note its red hue, which corresponds to a B-V color index of +1.573.
Physikalische Eigenschaften
| Spektralklasse | Class M — M-type (Red) |
| Farbindex (B−V) | 1,573 |
Beobachtung
| Scheinbare Helligkeit | +9.84 |
| Absolute Helligkeit | 11,94 |
| Entfernung | 12.4 ly |
Position
| Rektaszension | 7h 27,41m |
| Deklination | 5° 13,55′ |
Häufig gestellte Fragen
What type of star is Luytens Stern?
Luytens Stern is a Class M — M-type (Red) star.
How far is Luytens Stern from Earth?
Luytens Stern is approximately 12.4 light-years from Earth.
Can you see Luytens Stern with the naked eye?
With an apparent magnitude of 9.84, Luytens Stern is not visible to the naked eye.