Praecipua
46 LMi
Praecipua is a K-type (Orange) star. It carries the designation 46 LMi.
Located approximately 94.9 light-years from Earth, Praecipua resides within the broader disk of our Milky Way galaxy.
Praecipua is classified as a spectral class K star (K-type (Orange)) on the Harvard spectral classification system.
At an apparent magnitude of +3.79, Praecipua is visible to the naked eye under reasonably clear skies. It may require dark-sky conditions to be seen comfortably in areas with significant light pollution. Observers will note its orange hue, which corresponds to a B-V color index of +1.040.
Physikalische Eigenschaften
| Spektralklasse | K Class K — K-type (Orange) |
| Farbindex (B−V) | 1,040 |
Beobachtung
| Scheinbare Helligkeit | +3.79 |
| Absolute Helligkeit | 1,47 |
| Entfernung | 94.9 ly |
Position
| Rektaszension | 10h 53,31m |
| Deklination | 34° 12,89′ |
Frequently Asked Questions
What type of star is Praecipua?
Praecipua is a Class K — K-type (Orange) star.
How far is Praecipua from Earth?
Praecipua is approximately 94.9 light-years from Earth.
Can you see Praecipua with the naked eye?
With an apparent magnitude of 3.79, Praecipua is visible to the naked eye.