62 UMa

62 UMa

62 UMa is a F-type (Yellow-White) star located in the constellation Ursa Major. It carries the designation 62 UMa.

Located approximately 134.2 light-years from Earth, 62 UMa resides within the broader disk of our Milky Way galaxy.

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

With an apparent magnitude of +5.73, 62 UMa 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 +0.440.

Физические свойства

Спектральный класс F Class F — F-type (Yellow-White)
Показатель цвета (B−V) 0,440

Наблюдение

Видимая звёздная величина +5.73
Абсолютная звёздная величина 2,66
Расстояние 134 ly
Созвездие Ursa Major

Положение

Прямое восхождение 11h 41,57m
Склонение 31° 44,76′

Frequently Asked Questions

What type of star is 62 UMa?
62 UMa is a Class F — F-type (Yellow-White) star.
How far is 62 UMa from Earth?
62 UMa is approximately 134.2 light-years from Earth.
Can you see 62 UMa with the naked eye?
With an apparent magnitude of 5.73, 62 UMa is visible to the naked eye.
What constellation is 62 UMa in?
62 UMa is located in the constellation Ursa Major.