16 Lyn

16 Lyn

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

Located approximately 240.9 light-years from Earth, 16 Lyn resides within the broader disk of our Milky Way galaxy.

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

With an apparent magnitude of +4.90, 16 Lyn 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 +0.027.

Physical Properties

Spectral Class Class A — A-type (White)
Color Index (B−V) 0.027

Observation

Apparent Magnitude +4.90
Absolute Magnitude 0.56
Distance 241 ly

Position

Right Ascension 6h 57.62m
Declination 45° 5.65′

Frequently Asked Questions

What type of star is 16 Lyn?
16 Lyn is a Class A — A-type (White) star.
How far is 16 Lyn from Earth?
16 Lyn is approximately 240.9 light-years from Earth.
Can you see 16 Lyn with the naked eye?
With an apparent magnitude of 4.90, 16 Lyn is visible to the naked eye.