16 Lyn
16 Lyn
16 Lyn is a A-type (White) star. It carries the designation 16 Lyn.
Located approximately 240.9 light-years from Earth, 16 Lyn resides within the broader disk of our Milky Way galaxy.
16 Lyn is classified as a spectral class A star (A-type (White)) on the Harvard spectral classification system.
With an apparent magnitude of +4.90, 16 Lyn 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 blue-white hue, which corresponds to a B-V color index of +0.027.
Propiedades físicas
| Clase Espectral | A Class A — A-type (White) |
| Índice de color (B−V) | 0,027 |
Observación
| Magnitud Aparente | +4.90 |
| Magnitud Absoluta | 0,56 |
| Distancia | 241 ly |
Posición
| Ascensión recta | 6h 57,62m |
| Declinación | 45° 5,65′ |
Frequently Asked Questions
What type of star is 16 Lyn?
16 Lyn is a Class A — A-type (White) star.
How far is 16 Lyn from Earth?
16 Lyn is approximately 240.9 light-years from Earth.
Can you see 16 Lyn with the naked eye?
With an apparent magnitude of 4.90, 16 Lyn is visible to the naked eye.