36 Cap

36 Cap

36 Cap is a K-type (Orange) star. It carries the designation 36 Cap.

Located approximately 171.1 light-years from Earth, 36 Cap resides within the broader disk of our Milky Way galaxy.

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

With an apparent magnitude of +4.50, 36 Cap 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 yellow hue, which corresponds to a B-V color index of +0.889.

भौतिक गुण

वर्णक्रम वर्ग K Class K — K-type (Orange)
रंग सूचकांक (B−V) 0.889

प्रेक्षण

आभासी परिमाण +4.50
निरपेक्ष परिमाण 0.90
दूरी 171 ly

स्थिति

दक्षिणांश 21h 28.72m
दिगंश -21° 48.43′

Frequently Asked Questions

What type of star is 36 Cap?
36 Cap is a Class K — K-type (Orange) star.
How far is 36 Cap from Earth?
36 Cap is approximately 171.1 light-years from Earth.
Can you see 36 Cap with the naked eye?
With an apparent magnitude of 4.50, 36 Cap is visible to the naked eye.