Eltanin

33Gam Dra

Eltanin is a K-type (Orange) star. It carries the designation 33Gam Dra.

Located approximately 154.3 light-years from Earth, Eltanin resides within the broader disk of our Milky Way galaxy.

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

At an apparent magnitude of +2.24, Eltanin is visible to the naked eye under reasonably clear skies. It may require dark-sky conditions to be seen comfortably in areas with significant light pollution. Observers will note its red hue, which corresponds to a B-V color index of +1.521.

Физические свойства

Спектральный класс Class K — K-type (Orange)
Показатель цвета (B−V) 1,521

Наблюдение

Видимая звёздная величина +2.24
Абсолютная звёздная величина -1,13
Расстояние 154 ly

Положение

Прямое восхождение 17h 56,61m
Склонение 51° 29,33′

Часто задаваемые вопросы

What type of star is Eltanin?
Eltanin is a Class K — K-type (Orange) star.
How far is Eltanin from Earth?
Eltanin is approximately 154.3 light-years from Earth.
Can you see Eltanin with the naked eye?
With an apparent magnitude of 2.24, Eltanin is visible to the naked eye.