16 Her

16 Her

16 Her is a K-type (Orange) star located in the constellation Hercules. It carries the designation 16 Her.

Located approximately 347.7 light-years from Earth, 16 Her resides within the broader disk of our Milky Way galaxy.

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

With an apparent magnitude of +5.72, 16 Her 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 +1.126.

Propriétés physiques

Classe Spectrale K Class K — K-type (Orange)
Indice de couleur (B−V) 1,126

Observation

Magnitude Apparente +5.72
Magnitude Absolue 0,58
Distance 348 ly
Constellation Hercules

Position

Ascension droite 16h 15,48m
Déclinaison 18° 48,49′

Frequently Asked Questions

What type of star is 16 Her?
16 Her is a Class K — K-type (Orange) star.
How far is 16 Her from Earth?
16 Her is approximately 347.7 light-years from Earth.
Can you see 16 Her with the naked eye?
With an apparent magnitude of 5.72, 16 Her is visible to the naked eye.
What constellation is 16 Her in?
16 Her is located in the constellation Hercules.