28 Hya

28 Hya

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28 Hya is a K-type (Orange) star. It carries the designation 28 Hya.

Located approximately 898.5 light-years from Earth, 28 Hya resides within the broader disk of our Milky Way galaxy.

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

With an apparent magnitude of +5.60, 28 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 red hue, which corresponds to a B-V color index of +1.523.

Physical Properties

Spectral Class K Class K — K-type (Orange)
Color Index (B−V) 1.523

Observation

Apparent Magnitude +5.60
Absolute Magnitude -1.60
Distance 898 ly

Position

Right Ascension 9h 25.40m
Declination -5° 7.04′

Frequently Asked Questions

What type of star is 28 Hya?
28 Hya is a Class K — K-type (Orange) star.
How far is 28 Hya from Earth?
28 Hya is approximately 898.5 light-years from Earth.
Can you see 28 Hya with the naked eye?
With an apparent magnitude of 5.60, 28 Hya is visible to the naked eye.