28 Cnc

28 Cnc

28 Cnc is a F-type (Yellow-White) star. It carries the designation 28 Cnc.

Located approximately 445.6 light-years from Earth, 28 Cnc resides within the broader disk of our Milky Way galaxy.

28 Cnc is classified as a spectral class F star (F-type (Yellow-White)) on the Harvard spectral classification system.

28 Cnc has an apparent magnitude of +6.05, 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 blue-white hue, which corresponds to a B-V color index of +0.246.

Physical Properties

Spectral Class Class F — F-type (Yellow-White)
Color Index (B−V) 0.246

Observation

Apparent Magnitude +6.05
Absolute Magnitude 0.37
Distance 446 ly

Position

Right Ascension 8h 28.61m
Declination 24° 8.70′

Frequently Asked Questions

What type of star is 28 Cnc?
28 Cnc is a Class F — F-type (Yellow-White) star.
How far is 28 Cnc from Earth?
28 Cnc is approximately 445.6 light-years from Earth.
Can you see 28 Cnc with the naked eye?
With an apparent magnitude of 6.05, 28 Cnc is not visible to the naked eye.