26Chi Vir

26Chi Vir

26Chi Vir is a K-type (Orange) star located in the constellation Virgo. It carries the designation 26Chi Vir.

Located approximately 293.6 light-years from Earth, 26Chi Vir resides within the broader disk of our Milky Way galaxy.

26Chi Vir is classified as a spectral class K star (K-type (Orange)) on the Harvard spectral classification system.

With an apparent magnitude of +4.66, 26Chi 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 +1.240.

Propriedades físicas

Classe Espectral Class K — K-type (Orange)
Índice de cor (B−V) 1,240

Observação

Magnitude Aparente +4.66
Magnitude Absoluta -0,11
Distância 294 ly
Constelação Virgo

Posição

Ascensão reta 12h 39,25m
Declinação -7° 59,73′

Perguntas frequentes

What type of star is 26Chi Vir?
26Chi Vir is a Class K — K-type (Orange) star.
How far is 26Chi Vir from Earth?
26Chi Vir is approximately 293.6 light-years from Earth.
Can you see 26Chi Vir with the naked eye?
With an apparent magnitude of 4.66, 26Chi Vir is visible to the naked eye.
What constellation is 26Chi Vir in?
26Chi Vir is located in the constellation Virgo.