8Rho UMa

8Rho UMa

8Rho UMa is a M-type (Red) star located in the constellation Ursa Major. It carries the designation 8Rho UMa.

Located approximately 314.5 light-years from Earth, 8Rho UMa resides within the broader disk of our Milky Way galaxy.

8Rho UMa is classified as a spectral class M star (M-type (Red)) on the Harvard spectral classification system.

With an apparent magnitude of +4.74, 8Rho 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 red hue, which corresponds to a B-V color index of +1.542.

Физические свойства

Спектральный класс Class M — M-type (Red)
Показатель цвета (B−V) 1,542

Наблюдение

Видимая звёздная величина +4.74
Абсолютная звёздная величина -0,18
Расстояние 315 ly
Созвездие Ursa Major

Положение

Прямое восхождение 9h 2,55m
Склонение 67° 37,78′

Часто задаваемые вопросы

What type of star is 8Rho UMa?
8Rho UMa is a Class M — M-type (Red) star.
How far is 8Rho UMa from Earth?
8Rho UMa is approximately 314.5 light-years from Earth.
Can you see 8Rho UMa with the naked eye?
With an apparent magnitude of 4.74, 8Rho UMa is visible to the naked eye.
What constellation is 8Rho UMa in?
8Rho UMa is located in the constellation Ursa Major.