27 Cet

27 Cet

27 Cet is a K-type (Orange) star. It carries the designation 27 Cet.

Located approximately 303.1 light-years from Earth, 27 Cet resides within the broader disk of our Milky Way galaxy.

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

27 Cet has an apparent magnitude of +6.09, placing it beyond naked-eye visibility. A good pair of binoculars or a small telescope is required to observe this star. Observers will note its orange hue, which corresponds to a B-V color index of +1.012.

Physical Properties

Spectral Class Class K — K-type (Orange)
Color Index (B−V) 1.012

Observation

Apparent Magnitude +6.09
Absolute Magnitude 1.25
Distance 303 ly

Position

Right Ascension 1h 5.61m
Declination -9° 58.76′

Frequently Asked Questions

What type of star is 27 Cet?
27 Cet is a Class K — K-type (Orange) star.
How far is 27 Cet from Earth?
27 Cet is approximately 303.1 light-years from Earth.
Can you see 27 Cet with the naked eye?
With an apparent magnitude of 6.09, 27 Cet is not visible to the naked eye.