17Rho Ori
17Rho Ori
17Rho Ori is a K-type (Orange) star located in the constellation Orion. It carries the designation 17Rho Ori.
Located approximately 349.9 light-years from Earth, 17Rho Ori resides within the broader disk of our Milky Way galaxy.
17Rho Ori is classified as a spectral class K star (K-type (Orange)) on the Harvard spectral classification system.
With an apparent magnitude of +4.46, 17Rho Ori 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 +1.166.
Propriétés physiques
| Classe Spectrale | Class K — K-type (Orange) |
| Indice de couleur (B−V) | 1,166 |
Observation
| Magnitude Apparente | +4.46 |
| Magnitude Absolue | -0,69 |
| Distance | 350 ly |
| Constellation | Orion |
Position
| Ascension droite | 5h 13,29m |
| Déclinaison | 2° 51,68′ |
Questions fréquentes
What type of star is 17Rho Ori?
17Rho Ori is a Class K — K-type (Orange) star.
How far is 17Rho Ori from Earth?
17Rho Ori is approximately 350.0 light-years from Earth.
Can you see 17Rho Ori with the naked eye?
With an apparent magnitude of 4.46, 17Rho Ori is visible to the naked eye.
What constellation is 17Rho Ori in?
17Rho Ori is located in the constellation Orion.