55 Cyg
55 Cyg
55 Cyg is a B-type (Blue-White) star located in the constellation Cygnus. It carries the designation 55 Cyg.
At a distance of roughly 2,330 light-years, 55 Cyg is a distant star lying deep within the Milky Way galaxy.
55 Cyg is classified as a spectral class B star (B-type (Blue-White)) on the Harvard spectral classification system.
With an apparent magnitude of +4.81, 55 Cyg 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 white hue, which corresponds to a B-V color index of +0.571.
Propiedades físicas
| Clase Espectral | Class B — B-type (Blue-White) |
| Índice de color (B−V) | 0,571 |
Observación
| Magnitud Aparente | +4.81 |
| Magnitud Absoluta | -4,46 |
| Distancia | 2,330 ly |
| Constelación | Cygnus |
Posición
| Ascensión recta | 20h 48,94m |
| Declinación | 46° 6,85′ |
Preguntas frecuentes
What type of star is 55 Cyg?
55 Cyg is a Class B — B-type (Blue-White) star.
How far is 55 Cyg from Earth?
55 Cyg is approximately 2,329.7 light-years from Earth.
Can you see 55 Cyg with the naked eye?
With an apparent magnitude of 4.81, 55 Cyg is visible to the naked eye.
What constellation is 55 Cyg in?
55 Cyg is located in the constellation Cygnus.