18 Sex

18 Sex

18 Sex is a K-type (Orange) star. It carries the designation 18 Sex.

Located approximately 473.4 light-years from Earth, 18 Sex resides within the broader disk of our Milky Way galaxy.

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

With an apparent magnitude of +5.64, 18 Sex 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 orange hue, which corresponds to a B-V color index of +1.304.

Physical Properties

Spectral Class Class K — K-type (Orange)
Color Index (B−V) 1.304

Observation

Apparent Magnitude +5.64
Absolute Magnitude -0.17
Distance 473 ly

Position

Right Ascension 10h 10.93m
Declination -8° 25.11′

Frequently Asked Questions

What type of star is 18 Sex?
18 Sex is a Class K — K-type (Orange) star.
How far is 18 Sex from Earth?
18 Sex is approximately 473.4 light-years from Earth.
Can you see 18 Sex with the naked eye?
With an apparent magnitude of 5.64, 18 Sex is visible to the naked eye.