Thuban

11Alp Dra

Thuban is a A-type (White) star. It carries the designation 11Alp Dra.

Located approximately 303.1 light-years from Earth, Thuban resides within the broader disk of our Milky Way galaxy.

Thuban is classified as a spectral class A star (A-type (White)) on the Harvard spectral classification system.

At an apparent magnitude of +3.67, Thuban 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 blue hue, which corresponds to a B-V color index of -0.049.

Propiedades físicas

Clase Espectral Class A — A-type (White)
Índice de color (B−V) -0,049

Observación

Magnitud Aparente +3.67
Magnitud Absoluta -1,17
Distancia 303 ly

Posición

Ascensión recta 14h 4,39m
Declinación 64° 22,55′

Preguntas frecuentes

What type of star is Thuban?
Thuban is a Class A — A-type (White) star.
How far is Thuban from Earth?
Thuban is approximately 303.1 light-years from Earth.
Can you see Thuban with the naked eye?
With an apparent magnitude of 3.67, Thuban is visible to the naked eye.