Karaka

Karaka is a K-type (Orange) star.

Located approximately 128.0 light-years from Earth, Karaka resides within the broader disk of our Milky Way galaxy.

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

Karaka has an apparent magnitude of +8.71, 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 +0.891.

Propriétés physiques

Classe Spectrale Class K — K-type (Orange)
Indice de couleur (B−V) 0,891

Observation

Magnitude Apparente +8.71
Magnitude Absolue 5,74
Distance 128 ly

Position

Ascension droite 15h 35,67m
Déclinaison -80° 12,28′

Questions fréquentes

What type of star is Karaka?
Karaka is a Class K — K-type (Orange) star.
How far is Karaka from Earth?
Karaka is approximately 128.0 light-years from Earth.
Can you see Karaka with the naked eye?
With an apparent magnitude of 8.71, Karaka is not visible to the naked eye.