23 Hya

23 Hya

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23 Hya is a K-type (Orange) star. It carries the designation 23 Hya.

Located approximately 245.4 light-years from Earth, 23 Hya resides within the broader disk of our Milky Way galaxy.

23 Hya is classified as a spectral class K star (K-type (Orange)) on the Harvard spectral classification system.

With an apparent magnitude of +5.24, 23 Hya 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 +1.172.

Physical Properties

Spectral Class K Class K — K-type (Orange)
Color Index (B−V) 1.172

Observation

Apparent Magnitude +5.24
Absolute Magnitude 0.86
Distance 245 ly

Position

Right Ascension 9h 16.70m
Declination -6° 21.19′

Frequently Asked Questions

What type of star is 23 Hya?
23 Hya is a Class K — K-type (Orange) star.
How far is 23 Hya from Earth?
23 Hya is approximately 245.4 light-years from Earth.
Can you see 23 Hya with the naked eye?
With an apparent magnitude of 5.24, 23 Hya is visible to the naked eye.