8Rho UMa
8Rho UMa
8Rho UMa is a M-type (Red) star located in the constellation Ursa Major. It carries the designation 8Rho UMa.
Located approximately 314.5 light-years from Earth, 8Rho UMa resides within the broader disk of our Milky Way galaxy.
8Rho UMa is classified as a spectral class M star (M-type (Red)) on the Harvard spectral classification system.
With an apparent magnitude of +4.74, 8Rho UMa 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 red hue, which corresponds to a B-V color index of +1.542.
Propiedades físicas
| Clase Espectral | Class M — M-type (Red) |
| Índice de color (B−V) | 1,542 |
Observación
| Magnitud Aparente | +4.74 |
| Magnitud Absoluta | -0,18 |
| Distancia | 315 ly |
| Constelación | Ursa Major |
Posición
| Ascensión recta | 9h 2,55m |
| Declinación | 67° 37,78′ |
Preguntas frecuentes
What type of star is 8Rho UMa?
8Rho UMa is a Class M — M-type (Red) star.
How far is 8Rho UMa from Earth?
8Rho UMa is approximately 314.5 light-years from Earth.
Can you see 8Rho UMa with the naked eye?
With an apparent magnitude of 4.74, 8Rho UMa is visible to the naked eye.
What constellation is 8Rho UMa in?
8Rho UMa is located in the constellation Ursa Major.