28 Gem

28 Gem

28 Gem is a K-type (Orange) star located in the constellation Gemini. It carries the designation 28 Gem.

Located approximately 476.1 light-years from Earth, 28 Gem resides within the broader disk of our Milky Way galaxy.

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

With an apparent magnitude of +5.42, 28 Gem 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 +1.445.

Propriétés physiques

Classe Spectrale Class K — K-type (Orange)
Indice de couleur (B−V) 1,445

Observation

Magnitude Apparente +5.42
Magnitude Absolue -0,40
Distance 476 ly
Constellation Gemini

Position

Ascension droite 6h 44,76m
Déclinaison 28° 58,26′

Questions fréquentes

What type of star is 28 Gem?
28 Gem is a Class K — K-type (Orange) star.
How far is 28 Gem from Earth?
28 Gem is approximately 476.1 light-years from Earth.
Can you see 28 Gem with the naked eye?
With an apparent magnitude of 5.42, 28 Gem is visible to the naked eye.
What constellation is 28 Gem in?
28 Gem is located in the constellation Gemini.