2 Boo

2 Boo

2 Boo is a G-type (Yellow) star. It carries the designation 2 Boo.

Located approximately 335.9 light-years from Earth, 2 Boo resides within the broader disk of our Milky Way galaxy.

2 Boo is classified as a spectral class G star (G-type (Yellow)) on the Harvard spectral classification system.

With an apparent magnitude of +5.63, 2 Boo 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 +1.009.

Physical Properties

Spectral Class Class G — G-type (Yellow)
Color Index (B−V) 1.009

Observation

Apparent Magnitude +5.63
Absolute Magnitude 0.57
Distance 336 ly

Position

Right Ascension 13h 41.04m
Declination 22° 29.75′

Frequently Asked Questions

What type of star is 2 Boo?
2 Boo is a Class G — G-type (Yellow) star.
How far is 2 Boo from Earth?
2 Boo is approximately 335.9 light-years from Earth.
Can you see 2 Boo with the naked eye?
With an apparent magnitude of 5.63, 2 Boo is visible to the naked eye.