Kap Tuc

Kap Tuc

Kap Tuc is a F-type (Yellow-White) star. It carries the designation Kap Tuc.

Located approximately 68.3 light-years from Earth, Kap Tuc resides within the broader disk of our Milky Way galaxy.

Kap Tuc is classified as a spectral class F star (F-type (Yellow-White)) on the Harvard spectral classification system.

With an apparent magnitude of +4.25, Kap Tuc 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 +0.480.

Propriedades físicas

Classe Espectral F Class F — F-type (Yellow-White)
Índice de cor (B−V) 0,480

Observação

Magnitude Aparente +4.25
Magnitude Absoluta 2,64
Distância 68.3 ly

Posição

Ascensão reta 1h 15,76m
Declinação -68° 52,56′

Frequently Asked Questions

What type of star is Kap Tuc?
Kap Tuc is a Class F — F-type (Yellow-White) star.
How far is Kap Tuc from Earth?
Kap Tuc is approximately 68.4 light-years from Earth.
Can you see Kap Tuc with the naked eye?
With an apparent magnitude of 4.25, Kap Tuc is visible to the naked eye.