Eltanin
33Gam Dra
Eltanin is a K-type (Orange) star. It carries the designation 33Gam Dra.
Located approximately 154.3 light-years from Earth, Eltanin resides within the broader disk of our Milky Way galaxy.
Eltanin is classified as a spectral class K star (K-type (Orange)) on the Harvard spectral classification system.
At an apparent magnitude of +2.24, Eltanin is visible to the naked eye under reasonably clear skies. It may require dark-sky conditions to be seen comfortably in areas with significant light pollution. Observers will note its red hue, which corresponds to a B-V color index of +1.521.
Propiedades físicas
| Clase Espectral | Class K — K-type (Orange) |
| Índice de color (B−V) | 1,521 |
Observación
| Magnitud Aparente | +2.24 |
| Magnitud Absoluta | -1,13 |
| Distancia | 154 ly |
Posición
| Ascensión recta | 17h 56,61m |
| Declinación | 51° 29,33′ |
Preguntas frecuentes
What type of star is Eltanin?
Eltanin is a Class K — K-type (Orange) star.
How far is Eltanin from Earth?
Eltanin is approximately 154.3 light-years from Earth.
Can you see Eltanin with the naked eye?
With an apparent magnitude of 2.24, Eltanin is visible to the naked eye.