28 Lyn

28 Lyn

28 Lyn is a A-type (White) star. It carries the designation 28 Lyn.

Located approximately 630.9 light-years from Earth, 28 Lyn resides within the broader disk of our Milky Way galaxy.

28 Lyn is classified as a spectral class A star (A-type (White)) on the Harvard spectral classification system.

28 Lyn has an apparent magnitude of +6.35, 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 hue, which corresponds to a B-V color index of -0.020.

Physical Properties

Spectral Class Class A — A-type (White)
Color Index (B−V) -0.020

Observation

Apparent Magnitude +6.35
Absolute Magnitude -0.08
Distance 631 ly

Position

Right Ascension 8h 7.17m
Declination 43° 15.62′

Frequently Asked Questions

What type of star is 28 Lyn?
28 Lyn is a Class A — A-type (White) star.
How far is 28 Lyn from Earth?
28 Lyn is approximately 630.9 light-years from Earth.
Can you see 28 Lyn with the naked eye?
With an apparent magnitude of 6.35, 28 Lyn is not visible to the naked eye.