46 Vir

46 Vir

46 Vir is a K-type (Orange) star located in the constellation Virgo. It carries the designation 46 Vir.

Located approximately 327.1 light-years from Earth, 46 Vir resides within the broader disk of our Milky Way galaxy.

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

With an apparent magnitude of +5.99, 46 Vir 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 +1.119.

물리적 특성

분광형 Class K — K-type (Orange)
색지수 (B−V) 1.119

관측

겉보기 등급 +5.99
절대 등급 0.98
거리 327 ly
별자리 Virgo

위치

적경 13h 0.60m
적위 -3° 22.11′

자주 묻는 질문

What type of star is 46 Vir?
46 Vir is a Class K — K-type (Orange) star.
How far is 46 Vir from Earth?
46 Vir is approximately 327.1 light-years from Earth.
Can you see 46 Vir with the naked eye?
With an apparent magnitude of 5.99, 46 Vir is visible to the naked eye.
What constellation is 46 Vir in?
46 Vir is located in the constellation Virgo.