Eta3For

Eta3For

Eta3For is a K-type (Orange) star. It carries the designation Eta3For.

Located approximately 459.4 light-years from Earth, Eta3For resides within the broader disk of our Milky Way galaxy.

Eta3For is classified as a spectral class K star (K-type (Orange)) on the Harvard spectral classification system.

With an apparent magnitude of +5.48, Eta3For 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 +1.259.

Propriétés physiques

Classe Spectrale Class K — K-type (Orange)
Indice de couleur (B−V) 1,259

Observation

Magnitude Apparente +5.48
Magnitude Absolue -0,26
Distance 459 ly

Position

Ascension droite 2h 50,67m
Déclinaison -35° 40,55′

Questions fréquentes

What type of star is Eta3For?
Eta3For is a Class K — K-type (Orange) star.
How far is Eta3For from Earth?
Eta3For is approximately 459.4 light-years from Earth.
Can you see Eta3For with the naked eye?
With an apparent magnitude of 5.48, Eta3For is visible to the naked eye.