Kap Pyx

Kap Pyx

Kap Pyx is a K-type (Orange) star. It carries the designation Kap Pyx.

Located approximately 560.4 light-years from Earth, Kap Pyx resides within the broader disk of our Milky Way galaxy.

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

With an apparent magnitude of +4.62, Kap Pyx 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 +1.594.

Propiedades físicas

Clase Espectral K Class K — K-type (Orange)
Índice de color (B−V) 1,594

Observación

Magnitud Aparente +4.62
Magnitud Absoluta -1,56
Distancia 560 ly

Posición

Ascensión recta 9h 8,05m
Declinación -25° 51,51′

Frequently Asked Questions

What type of star is Kap Pyx?
Kap Pyx is a Class K — K-type (Orange) star.
How far is Kap Pyx from Earth?
Kap Pyx is approximately 560.4 light-years from Earth.
Can you see Kap Pyx with the naked eye?
With an apparent magnitude of 4.62, Kap Pyx is visible to the naked eye.