Schedar
18Alp Cas
Schedar is a K-type (Orange) star located in the constellation Cassiopeia. It carries the designation 18Alp Cas.
Located approximately 228.2 light-years from Earth, Schedar resides within the broader disk of our Milky Way galaxy.
Schedar is classified as a spectral class K star (K-type (Orange)) on the Harvard spectral classification system.
At an apparent magnitude of +2.24, Schedar 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 orange hue, which corresponds to a B-V color index of +1.170.
Propiedades físicas
| Clase Espectral | Class K — K-type (Orange) |
| Índice de color (B−V) | 1,170 |
Observación
| Magnitud Aparente | +2.24 |
| Magnitud Absoluta | -1,98 |
| Distancia | 228 ly |
| Constelación | Cassiopeia |
Posición
| Ascensión recta | 0h 40,51m |
| Declinación | 56° 32,24′ |
Preguntas frecuentes
What type of star is Schedar?
Schedar is a Class K — K-type (Orange) star.
How far is Schedar from Earth?
Schedar is approximately 228.2 light-years from Earth.
Can you see Schedar with the naked eye?
With an apparent magnitude of 2.24, Schedar is visible to the naked eye.
What constellation is Schedar in?
Schedar is located in the constellation Cassiopeia.