Chi Gem
Chi Gem
Chi Gem is a K-type (Orange) star located in the constellation Gemini. It carries the designation Chi Gem.
Located approximately 256.2 light-years from Earth, Chi Gem resides within the broader disk of our Milky Way galaxy.
Chi Gem is classified as a spectral class K star (K-type (Orange)) on the Harvard spectral classification system.
With an apparent magnitude of +4.94, Chi Gem 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 orange hue, which corresponds to a B-V color index of +1.130.
Propiedades físicas
| Clase Espectral | Class K — K-type (Orange) |
| Índice de color (B−V) | 1,130 |
Observación
| Magnitud Aparente | +4.94 |
| Magnitud Absoluta | 0,46 |
| Distancia | 256 ly |
| Constelación | Gemini |
Posición
| Ascensión recta | 8h 3,52m |
| Declinación | 27° 47,66′ |
Preguntas frecuentes
What type of star is Chi Gem?
Chi Gem is a Class K — K-type (Orange) star.
How far is Chi Gem from Earth?
Chi Gem is approximately 256.2 light-years from Earth.
Can you see Chi Gem with the naked eye?
With an apparent magnitude of 4.94, Chi Gem is visible to the naked eye.
What constellation is Chi Gem in?
Chi Gem is located in the constellation Gemini.