Alfard
30Alp Hya
Alfard is a K-type (Orange) star. It carries the designation 30Alp Hya.
Located approximately 180.3 light-years from Earth, Alfard resides within the broader disk of our Milky Way galaxy.
Alfard is classified as a spectral class K star (K-type (Orange)) on the Harvard spectral classification system.
Alfard has an apparent magnitude of +1.99, making it a bright and prominent star that is readily visible to the naked eye. It is one of the more conspicuous stars in its region of the sky. Observers will note its red hue, which corresponds to a B-V color index of +1.440.
Propiedades físicas
| Clase Espectral | Class K — K-type (Orange) |
| Índice de color (B−V) | 1,440 |
Observación
| Magnitud Aparente | +1.99 |
| Magnitud Absoluta | -1,72 |
| Distancia | 180 ly |
Posición
| Ascensión recta | 9h 27,59m |
| Declinación | -8° 39,52′ |
Preguntas frecuentes
What type of star is Alfard?
Alfard is a Class K — K-type (Orange) star.
How far is Alfard from Earth?
Alfard is approximately 180.3 light-years from Earth.
Can you see Alfard with the naked eye?
With an apparent magnitude of 1.99, Alfard is visible to the naked eye.