Alcor

80 UMa

Alcor is a A-type (White) star located in the constellation Ursa Major. It carries the designation 80 UMa.

Located approximately 81.7 light-years from Earth, Alcor resides within the broader disk of our Milky Way galaxy.

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

At an apparent magnitude of +3.99, Alcor is visible to the naked eye under reasonably clear skies. It may require dark-sky conditions to be seen comfortably in areas with significant light pollution. Observers will note its blue-white hue, which corresponds to a B-V color index of +0.169.

Propriedades físicas

Classe Espectral Class A — A-type (White)
Índice de cor (B−V) 0,169

Observação

Magnitude Aparente +3.99
Magnitude Absoluta 2,00
Distância 81.7 ly
Constelação Ursa Major

Posição

Ascensão reta 13h 25,22m
Declinação 54° 59,28′

Perguntas frequentes

What type of star is Alcor?
Alcor is a Class A — A-type (White) star.
How far is Alcor from Earth?
Alcor is approximately 81.7 light-years from Earth.
Can you see Alcor with the naked eye?
With an apparent magnitude of 3.99, Alcor is visible to the naked eye.
What constellation is Alcor in?
Alcor is located in the constellation Ursa Major.