16Kap Crt

16Kap Crt

16Kap Crt is a F-type (Yellow-White) star. It carries the designation 16Kap Crt.

Located approximately 228.6 light-years from Earth, 16Kap Crt resides within the broader disk of our Milky Way galaxy.

16Kap Crt is classified as a spectral class F star (F-type (Yellow-White)) on the Harvard spectral classification system.

With an apparent magnitude of +5.93, 16Kap Crt 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 white hue, which corresponds to a B-V color index of +0.490.

Physical Properties

Spectral Class Class F — F-type (Yellow-White)
Color Index (B−V) 0.490

Observation

Apparent Magnitude +5.93
Absolute Magnitude 1.70
Distance 229 ly

Position

Right Ascension 11h 27.16m
Declination -12° 21.40′

Frequently Asked Questions

What type of star is 16Kap Crt?
16Kap Crt is a Class F — F-type (Yellow-White) star.
How far is 16Kap Crt from Earth?
16Kap Crt is approximately 228.6 light-years from Earth.
Can you see 16Kap Crt with the naked eye?
With an apparent magnitude of 5.93, 16Kap Crt is visible to the naked eye.