6 Lyn

6 Lyn

6 Lyn is a K-type (Orange) star. It carries the designation 6 Lyn.

Located approximately 182.0 light-years from Earth, 6 Lyn resides within the broader disk of our Milky Way galaxy.

6 Lyn is classified as a spectral class K star (K-type (Orange)) on the Harvard spectral classification system.

With an apparent magnitude of +5.86, 6 Lyn 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 yellow hue, which corresponds to a B-V color index of +0.934.

Физические свойства

Спектральный класс Class K — K-type (Orange)
Показатель цвета (B−V) 0,934

Наблюдение

Видимая звёздная величина +5.86
Абсолютная звёздная величина 2,13
Расстояние 182 ly

Положение

Прямое восхождение 6h 30,79m
Склонение 58° 9,76′

Часто задаваемые вопросы

What type of star is 6 Lyn?
6 Lyn is a Class K — K-type (Orange) star.
How far is 6 Lyn from Earth?
6 Lyn is approximately 182.0 light-years from Earth.
Can you see 6 Lyn with the naked eye?
With an apparent magnitude of 5.86, 6 Lyn is visible to the naked eye.