Eta Gru

Eta Gru

Eta Gru is a K-type (Orange) star. It carries the designation Eta Gru.

Located approximately 415.0 light-years from Earth, Eta Gru resides within the broader disk of our Milky Way galaxy.

Eta Gru is classified as a spectral class K star (K-type (Orange)) on the Harvard spectral classification system.

With an apparent magnitude of +4.84, Eta Gru 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 +1.180.

Propiedades físicas

Clase Espectral Class K — K-type (Orange)
Índice de color (B−V) 1,180

Observación

Magnitud Aparente +4.84
Magnitud Absoluta -0,68
Distancia 415 ly

Posición

Ascensión recta 22h 45,63m
Declinación -53° 30,01′

Preguntas frecuentes

What type of star is Eta Gru?
Eta Gru is a Class K — K-type (Orange) star.
How far is Eta Gru from Earth?
Eta Gru is approximately 415.0 light-years from Earth.
Can you see Eta Gru with the naked eye?
With an apparent magnitude of 4.84, Eta Gru is visible to the naked eye.