Chi Oct
Chi Oct
Chi Oct is a K-type (Orange) star. It carries the designation Chi Oct.
Located approximately 256.8 light-years from Earth, Chi Oct resides within the broader disk of our Milky Way galaxy.
Chi Oct is classified as a spectral class K star (K-type (Orange)) on the Harvard spectral classification system.
With an apparent magnitude of +5.29, Chi Oct 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 +1.304.
Propriedades físicas
| Classe Espectral | Class K — K-type (Orange) |
| Índice de cor (B−V) | 1,304 |
Observação
| Magnitude Aparente | +5.29 |
| Magnitude Absoluta | 0,81 |
| Distância | 257 ly |
Posição
| Ascensão reta | 18h 54,79m |
| Declinação | -87° 36,35′ |
Perguntas frequentes
What type of star is Chi Oct?
Chi Oct is a Class K — K-type (Orange) star.
How far is Chi Oct from Earth?
Chi Oct is approximately 256.8 light-years from Earth.
Can you see Chi Oct with the naked eye?
With an apparent magnitude of 5.29, Chi Oct is visible to the naked eye.