23 Hya
23 Hya
23 Hya is a K-type (Orange) star. It carries the designation 23 Hya.
Located approximately 245.4 light-years from Earth, 23 Hya resides within the broader disk of our Milky Way galaxy.
23 Hya is classified as a spectral class K star (K-type (Orange)) on the Harvard spectral classification system.
With an apparent magnitude of +5.24, 23 Hya 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 +1.172.
Физические свойства
| Спектральный класс | K Class K — K-type (Orange) |
| Показатель цвета (B−V) | 1,172 |
Наблюдение
| Видимая звёздная величина | +5.24 |
| Абсолютная звёздная величина | 0,86 |
| Расстояние | 245 ly |
Положение
| Прямое восхождение | 9h 16,70m |
| Склонение | -6° 21,19′ |
Frequently Asked Questions
What type of star is 23 Hya?
23 Hya is a Class K — K-type (Orange) star.
How far is 23 Hya from Earth?
23 Hya is approximately 245.4 light-years from Earth.
Can you see 23 Hya with the naked eye?
With an apparent magnitude of 5.24, 23 Hya is visible to the naked eye.