78 UMa
78 UMa
78 UMa is a F-type (Yellow-White) star located in the constellation Ursa Major. It carries the designation 78 UMa.
Located approximately 83.0 light-years from Earth, 78 UMa resides within the broader disk of our Milky Way galaxy.
78 UMa is classified as a spectral class F star (F-type (Yellow-White)) on the Harvard spectral classification system.
With an apparent magnitude of +4.93, 78 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 white hue, which corresponds to a B-V color index of +0.368.
Propriedades físicas
| Classe Espectral | Class F — F-type (Yellow-White) |
| Índice de cor (B−V) | 0,368 |
Observação
| Magnitude Aparente | +4.93 |
| Magnitude Absoluta | 2,90 |
| Distância | 83.0 ly |
| Constelação | Ursa Major |
Posição
| Ascensão reta | 13h 0,73m |
| Declinação | 56° 21,98′ |
Perguntas frequentes
What type of star is 78 UMa?
78 UMa is a Class F — F-type (Yellow-White) star.
How far is 78 UMa from Earth?
78 UMa is approximately 83.0 light-years from Earth.
Can you see 78 UMa with the naked eye?
With an apparent magnitude of 4.93, 78 UMa is visible to the naked eye.
What constellation is 78 UMa in?
78 UMa is located in the constellation Ursa Major.