16 Lyr
16 Lyr
16 Lyr is a A-type (White) star located in the constellation Lyra. It carries the designation 16 Lyr.
Located approximately 122.1 light-years from Earth, 16 Lyr resides within the broader disk of our Milky Way galaxy.
16 Lyr is classified as a spectral class A star (A-type (White)) on the Harvard spectral classification system.
With an apparent magnitude of +5.00, 16 Lyr 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 blue-white hue, which corresponds to a B-V color index of +0.186.
Propriedades físicas
| Classe Espectral | Class A — A-type (White) |
| Índice de cor (B−V) | 0,186 |
Observação
| Magnitude Aparente | +5.00 |
| Magnitude Absoluta | 2,13 |
| Distância | 122 ly |
| Constelação | Lyra |
Posição
| Ascensão reta | 19h 1,44m |
| Declinação | 46° 56,09′ |
Perguntas frequentes
What type of star is 16 Lyr?
16 Lyr is a Class A — A-type (White) star.
How far is 16 Lyr from Earth?
16 Lyr is approximately 122.1 light-years from Earth.
Can you see 16 Lyr with the naked eye?
With an apparent magnitude of 5.00, 16 Lyr is visible to the naked eye.
What constellation is 16 Lyr in?
16 Lyr is located in the constellation Lyra.