51 UMa

51 UMa

51 UMa is a A-type (White) star located in the constellation Ursa Major. It carries the designation 51 UMa.

Located approximately 257.2 light-years from Earth, 51 UMa resides within the broader disk of our Milky Way galaxy.

51 UMa is classified as a spectral class A star (A-type (White)) on the Harvard spectral classification system.

51 UMa has an apparent magnitude of +6.01, placing it beyond naked-eye visibility. A good pair of binoculars or a small telescope is required to observe this star. Observers will note its blue-white hue, which corresponds to a B-V color index of +0.165.

Propriedades físicas

Classe Espectral A Class A — A-type (White)
Índice de cor (B−V) 0,165

Observação

Magnitude Aparente +6.01
Magnitude Absoluta 1,53
Distância 257 ly
Constelação Ursa Major

Posição

Ascensão reta 11h 4,52m
Declinação 38° 14,48′

Frequently Asked Questions

What type of star is 51 UMa?
51 UMa is a Class A — A-type (White) star.
How far is 51 UMa from Earth?
51 UMa is approximately 257.2 light-years from Earth.
Can you see 51 UMa with the naked eye?
With an apparent magnitude of 6.01, 51 UMa is not visible to the naked eye.
What constellation is 51 UMa in?
51 UMa is located in the constellation Ursa Major.