Alpha Hydrae
30Alp Hya
Alpha Hydrae is a K-type (Orange) star. It carries the designation 30Alp Hya.
Located approximately 180.3 light-years from Earth, Alpha Hydrae resides within the broader disk of our Milky Way galaxy.
Alpha Hydrae is classified as a spectral class K star (K-type (Orange)) on the Harvard spectral classification system.
Alpha Hydrae has an apparent magnitude of +1.99, making it a bright and prominent star that is readily visible to the naked eye. It is one of the more conspicuous stars in its region of the sky. Observers will note its red hue, which corresponds to a B-V color index of +1.440.
Propriedades físicas
| Classe Espectral | Class K — K-type (Orange) |
| Índice de cor (B−V) | 1,440 |
Observação
| Magnitude Aparente | +1.99 |
| Magnitude Absoluta | -1,72 |
| Distância | 180 ly |
Posição
| Ascensão reta | 9h 27,59m |
| Declinação | -8° 39,52′ |
Perguntas frequentes
What type of star is Alpha Hydrae?
Alpha Hydrae is a Class K — K-type (Orange) star.
How far is Alpha Hydrae from Earth?
Alpha Hydrae is approximately 180.3 light-years from Earth.
Can you see Alpha Hydrae with the naked eye?
With an apparent magnitude of 1.99, Alpha Hydrae is visible to the naked eye.