19 Dra

19 Dra

19 Dra is a F-type (Yellow-White) star. It carries the designation 19 Dra.

19 Dra lies approximately 49.8 light-years from Earth, placing it within the Sun's local stellar neighborhood. This relatively short cosmic distance means the light reaching us today departed the star only about 49 years ago.

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

With an apparent magnitude of +4.88, 19 Dra 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 +0.481.

Physical Properties

Spectral Class Class F — F-type (Yellow-White)
Color Index (B−V) 0.481

Observation

Apparent Magnitude +4.88
Absolute Magnitude 3.96
Distance 49.8 ly

Position

Right Ascension 16h 56.02m
Declination 65° 8.09′

Frequently Asked Questions

What type of star is 19 Dra?
19 Dra is a Class F — F-type (Yellow-White) star.
How far is 19 Dra from Earth?
19 Dra is approximately 49.8 light-years from Earth.
Can you see 19 Dra with the naked eye?
With an apparent magnitude of 4.88, 19 Dra is visible to the naked eye.