16 Com

16 Com

16 Com is a A-type (White) star. It carries the designation 16 Com.

Located approximately 277.8 light-years from Earth, 16 Com resides within the broader disk of our Milky Way galaxy.

16 Com is classified as a spectral class A star (A-type (White)) on the Harvard spectral classification system.

With an apparent magnitude of +4.98, 16 Com 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 blue-white hue, which corresponds to a B-V color index of +0.088.

Physical Properties

Spectral Class Class A — A-type (White)
Color Index (B−V) 0.088

Observation

Apparent Magnitude +4.98
Absolute Magnitude 0.33
Distance 278 ly

Position

Right Ascension 12h 26.99m
Declination 26° 49.54′

Frequently Asked Questions

What type of star is 16 Com?
16 Com is a Class A — A-type (White) star.
How far is 16 Com from Earth?
16 Com is approximately 277.8 light-years from Earth.
Can you see 16 Com with the naked eye?
With an apparent magnitude of 4.98, 16 Com is visible to the naked eye.