29 Cnc

29 Cnc

29 Cnc is a A-type (White) star. It carries the designation 29 Cnc.

Located approximately 343.3 light-years from Earth, 29 Cnc resides within the broader disk of our Milky Way galaxy.

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

With an apparent magnitude of +5.94, 29 Cnc 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 blue-white hue, which corresponds to a B-V color index of +0.201.

Physical Properties

Spectral Class Class A — A-type (White)
Color Index (B−V) 0.201

Observation

Apparent Magnitude +5.94
Absolute Magnitude 0.83
Distance 343 ly

Position

Right Ascension 8h 28.62m
Declination 14° 12.65′

Frequently Asked Questions

What type of star is 29 Cnc?
29 Cnc is a Class A — A-type (White) star.
How far is 29 Cnc from Earth?
29 Cnc is approximately 343.3 light-years from Earth.
Can you see 29 Cnc with the naked eye?
With an apparent magnitude of 5.94, 29 Cnc is visible to the naked eye.