38 Aur

38 Aur

38 Aur is a K-type (Orange) star. It carries the designation 38 Aur.

Located approximately 212.8 light-years from Earth, 38 Aur resides within the broader disk of our Milky Way galaxy.

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

38 Aur has an apparent magnitude of +6.08, placing it beyond naked-eye visibility. A good pair of binoculars or a small telescope is required to observe this star. Observers will note its yellow hue, which corresponds to a B-V color index of +0.979.

Propriétés physiques

Classe Spectrale K Class K — K-type (Orange)
Indice de couleur (B−V) 0,979

Observation

Magnitude Apparente +6.08
Magnitude Absolue 2,01
Distance 213 ly

Position

Ascension droite 6h 3,30m
Déclinaison 42° 54,69′

Frequently Asked Questions

What type of star is 38 Aur?
38 Aur is a Class K — K-type (Orange) star.
How far is 38 Aur from Earth?
38 Aur is approximately 212.8 light-years from Earth.
Can you see 38 Aur with the naked eye?
With an apparent magnitude of 6.08, 38 Aur is not visible to the naked eye.