73 UMa
73 UMa
73 UMa is a M-type (Red) star located in the constellation Ursa Major. It carries the designation 73 UMa.
Located approximately 417.1 light-years from Earth, 73 UMa resides within the broader disk of our Milky Way galaxy.
73 UMa is classified as a spectral class M star (M-type (Red)) on the Harvard spectral classification system.
With an apparent magnitude of +5.68, 73 UMa 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 +1.582.
Propriétés physiques
| Classe Spectrale | Class M — M-type (Red) |
| Indice de couleur (B−V) | 1,582 |
Observation
| Magnitude Apparente | +5.68 |
| Magnitude Absolue | 0,15 |
| Distance | 417 ly |
| Constellation | Ursa Major |
Position
| Ascension droite | 12h 27,59m |
| Déclinaison | 55° 42,76′ |
Questions fréquentes
What type of star is 73 UMa?
73 UMa is a Class M — M-type (Red) star.
How far is 73 UMa from Earth?
73 UMa is approximately 417.1 light-years from Earth.
Can you see 73 UMa with the naked eye?
With an apparent magnitude of 5.68, 73 UMa is visible to the naked eye.
What constellation is 73 UMa in?
73 UMa is located in the constellation Ursa Major.