21 Her

21 Her

21 Her is a A-type (White) star located in the constellation Hercules. It carries the designation 21 Her.

Located approximately 366.5 light-years from Earth, 21 Her resides within the broader disk of our Milky Way galaxy.

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

With an apparent magnitude of +5.83, 21 Her 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 blue-white hue, which corresponds to a B-V color index of +0.018.

Физические свойства

Спектральный класс A Class A — A-type (White)
Показатель цвета (B−V) 0,018

Наблюдение

Видимая звёздная величина +5.83
Абсолютная звёздная величина 0,58
Расстояние 366 ly
Созвездие Hercules

Положение

Прямое восхождение 16h 24,18m
Склонение 6° 56,89′

Frequently Asked Questions

What type of star is 21 Her?
21 Her is a Class A — A-type (White) star.
How far is 21 Her from Earth?
21 Her is approximately 366.5 light-years from Earth.
Can you see 21 Her with the naked eye?
With an apparent magnitude of 5.83, 21 Her is visible to the naked eye.
What constellation is 21 Her in?
21 Her is located in the constellation Hercules.