Alpha Draconis

11Alp Dra

Alpha Draconis is a A-type (White) star. It carries the designation 11Alp Dra.

Located approximately 303.1 light-years from Earth, Alpha Draconis resides within the broader disk of our Milky Way galaxy.

Alpha Draconis is classified as a spectral class A star (A-type (White)) on the Harvard spectral classification system.

At an apparent magnitude of +3.67, Alpha Draconis is visible to the naked eye under reasonably clear skies. It may require dark-sky conditions to be seen comfortably in areas with significant light pollution. Observers will note its blue hue, which corresponds to a B-V color index of -0.049.

Propriétés physiques

Classe Spectrale Class A — A-type (White)
Indice de couleur (B−V) -0,049

Observation

Magnitude Apparente +3.67
Magnitude Absolue -1,17
Distance 303 ly

Position

Ascension droite 14h 4,39m
Déclinaison 64° 22,55′

Questions fréquentes

What type of star is Alpha Draconis?
Alpha Draconis is a Class A — A-type (White) star.
How far is Alpha Draconis from Earth?
Alpha Draconis is approximately 303.1 light-years from Earth.
Can you see Alpha Draconis with the naked eye?
With an apparent magnitude of 3.67, Alpha Draconis is visible to the naked eye.