27 Com

27 Com

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

Located approximately 339.8 light-years from Earth, 27 Com resides within the broader disk of our Milky Way galaxy.

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

With an apparent magnitude of +5.12, 27 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 orange hue, which corresponds to a B-V color index of +1.346.

Physical Properties

Spectral Class Class K — K-type (Orange)
Color Index (B−V) 1.346

Observation

Apparent Magnitude +5.12
Absolute Magnitude 0.03
Distance 340 ly

Position

Right Ascension 12h 46.65m
Declination 16° 34.66′

Frequently Asked Questions

What type of star is 27 Com?
27 Com is a Class K — K-type (Orange) star.
How far is 27 Com from Earth?
27 Com is approximately 339.8 light-years from Earth.
Can you see 27 Com with the naked eye?
With an apparent magnitude of 5.12, 27 Com is visible to the naked eye.