16 Del

16 Del

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

Located approximately 197.3 light-years from Earth, 16 Del resides within the broader disk of our Milky Way galaxy.

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

With an apparent magnitude of +5.54, 16 Del 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 +0.131.

Physical Properties

Spectral Class Class A — A-type (White)
Color Index (B−V) 0.131

Observation

Apparent Magnitude +5.54
Absolute Magnitude 1.63
Distance 197 ly

Position

Right Ascension 20h 55.64m
Declination 12° 34.11′

Frequently Asked Questions

What type of star is 16 Del?
16 Del is a Class A — A-type (White) star.
How far is 16 Del from Earth?
16 Del is approximately 197.3 light-years from Earth.
Can you see 16 Del with the naked eye?
With an apparent magnitude of 5.54, 16 Del is visible to the naked eye.