23 Com

23 Com

23 Com is a A-type (White) star. It carries the designation 23 Com.

Located approximately 310.0 light-years from Earth, 23 Com resides within the broader disk of our Milky Way galaxy.

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

With an apparent magnitude of +4.80, 23 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 +0.012.

Physical Properties

Spectral Class Class A — A-type (White)
Color Index (B−V) 0.012

Observation

Apparent Magnitude +4.80
Absolute Magnitude -0.09
Distance 310 ly

Position

Right Ascension 12h 34.85m
Declination 22° 37.76′

Frequently Asked Questions

What type of star is 23 Com?
23 Com is a Class A — A-type (White) star.
How far is 23 Com from Earth?
23 Com is approximately 310.0 light-years from Earth.
Can you see 23 Com with the naked eye?
With an apparent magnitude of 4.80, 23 Com is visible to the naked eye.