66 UMa

66 UMa

66 UMa is a K-type (Orange) star located in the constellation Ursa Major. It carries the designation 66 UMa.

Located approximately 309.4 light-years from Earth, 66 UMa resides within the broader disk of our Milky Way galaxy.

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

With an apparent magnitude of +5.83, 66 UMa 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 +1.101.

물리적 특성

분광형 K Class K — K-type (Orange)
색지수 (B−V) 1.101

관측

겉보기 등급 +5.83
절대 등급 0.94
거리 309 ly
별자리 Ursa Major

위치

적경 11h 55.97m
적위 56° 35.91′

Frequently Asked Questions

What type of star is 66 UMa?
66 UMa is a Class K — K-type (Orange) star.
How far is 66 UMa from Earth?
66 UMa is approximately 309.4 light-years from Earth.
Can you see 66 UMa with the naked eye?
With an apparent magnitude of 5.83, 66 UMa is visible to the naked eye.
What constellation is 66 UMa in?
66 UMa is located in the constellation Ursa Major.