16 Vir
16 Vir
16 Vir is a K-type (Orange) star located in the constellation Virgo. It carries the designation 16 Vir.
Located approximately 308.0 light-years from Earth, 16 Vir resides within the broader disk of our Milky Way galaxy.
16 Vir is classified as a spectral class K star (K-type (Orange)) on the Harvard spectral classification system.
With an apparent magnitude of +4.97, 16 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 +1.172.
Propriedades físicas
| Classe Espectral | Class K — K-type (Orange) |
| Índice de cor (B−V) | 1,172 |
Observação
| Magnitude Aparente | +4.97 |
| Magnitude Absoluta | 0,09 |
| Distância | 308 ly |
| Constelação | Virgo |
Posição
| Ascensão reta | 12h 20,35m |
| Declinação | 3° 18,75′ |
Perguntas frequentes
What type of star is 16 Vir?
16 Vir is a Class K — K-type (Orange) star.
How far is 16 Vir from Earth?
16 Vir is approximately 308.0 light-years from Earth.
Can you see 16 Vir with the naked eye?
With an apparent magnitude of 4.97, 16 Vir is visible to the naked eye.
What constellation is 16 Vir in?
16 Vir is located in the constellation Virgo.