68 Dra

68 Dra

68 Dra is a F-type (Yellow-White) star. It carries the designation 68 Dra.

Located approximately 157.7 light-years from Earth, 68 Dra resides within the broader disk of our Milky Way galaxy.

68 Dra is classified as a spectral class F star (F-type (Yellow-White)) on the Harvard spectral classification system.

With an apparent magnitude of +5.70, 68 Dra 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 white hue, which corresponds to a B-V color index of +0.530.

Propriétés physiques

Classe Spectrale F Class F — F-type (Yellow-White)
Indice de couleur (B−V) 0,530

Observation

Magnitude Apparente +5.70
Magnitude Absolue 2,28
Distance 158 ly

Position

Ascension droite 20h 11,58m
Déclinaison 62° 4,71′

Frequently Asked Questions

What type of star is 68 Dra?
68 Dra is a Class F — F-type (Yellow-White) star.
How far is 68 Dra from Earth?
68 Dra is approximately 157.7 light-years from Earth.
Can you see 68 Dra with the naked eye?
With an apparent magnitude of 5.70, 68 Dra is visible to the naked eye.