20 Com

20 Com

20 Com is a A-type (White) star. It carries the designation 20 Com.

Located approximately 274.1 light-years from Earth, 20 Com resides within the broader disk of our Milky Way galaxy.

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

With an apparent magnitude of +5.68, 20 Com 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 +0.093.

Physical Properties

Spectral Class Class A — A-type (White)
Color Index (B−V) 0.093

Observation

Apparent Magnitude +5.68
Absolute Magnitude 1.06
Distance 274 ly

Position

Right Ascension 12h 29.72m
Declination 20° 53.77′

Frequently Asked Questions

What type of star is 20 Com?
20 Com is a Class A — A-type (White) star.
How far is 20 Com from Earth?
20 Com is approximately 274.1 light-years from Earth.
Can you see 20 Com with the naked eye?
With an apparent magnitude of 5.68, 20 Com is visible to the naked eye.