2 Lyn

2 Lyn

2 Lyn is a A-type (White) star. It carries the designation 2 Lyn.

Located approximately 156.6 light-years from Earth, 2 Lyn resides within the broader disk of our Milky Way galaxy.

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

With an apparent magnitude of +4.44, 2 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 +0.032.

Physical Properties

Spectral Class Class A — A-type (White)
Color Index (B−V) 0.032

Observation

Apparent Magnitude +4.44
Absolute Magnitude 1.03
Distance 157 ly

Position

Right Ascension 6h 19.62m
Declination 59° 0.66′

Frequently Asked Questions

What type of star is 2 Lyn?
2 Lyn is a Class A — A-type (White) star.
How far is 2 Lyn from Earth?
2 Lyn is approximately 156.6 light-years from Earth.
Can you see 2 Lyn with the naked eye?
With an apparent magnitude of 4.44, 2 Lyn is visible to the naked eye.