21 Com

21 Com

21 Com is a A-type (White) star. It carries the designation 21 Com.

Located approximately 269.8 light-years from Earth, 21 Com resides within the broader disk of our Milky Way galaxy.

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

With an apparent magnitude of +5.47, 21 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 +0.056.

Physical Properties

Spectral Class Class A — A-type (White)
Color Index (B−V) 0.056

Observation

Apparent Magnitude +5.47
Absolute Magnitude 0.88
Distance 270 ly

Position

Right Ascension 12h 31.01m
Declination 24° 34.03′

Frequently Asked Questions

What type of star is 21 Com?
21 Com is a Class A — A-type (White) star.
How far is 21 Com from Earth?
21 Com is approximately 269.8 light-years from Earth.
Can you see 21 Com with the naked eye?
With an apparent magnitude of 5.47, 21 Com is visible to the naked eye.