29Gam Vir
29Gam Vir
29Gam Vir is a F-type (Yellow-White) star located in the constellation Virgo. It carries the designation 29Gam Vir.
29Gam Vir lies approximately 38.6 light-years from Earth, placing it within the Sun's local stellar neighborhood. This relatively short cosmic distance means the light reaching us today departed the star only about 38 years ago.
29Gam Vir is classified as a spectral class F star (F-type (Yellow-White)) on the Harvard spectral classification system.
At an apparent magnitude of +3.52, 29Gam Vir is visible to the naked eye under reasonably clear skies. It may require dark-sky conditions to be seen comfortably in areas with significant light pollution.
Physical Properties
| Spectral Class | Class F — F-type (Yellow-White) |
Observation
| Apparent Magnitude | +3.52 |
| Absolute Magnitude | 3.16 |
| Distance | 38.6 ly |
| Constellation | Virgo |
Position
| Right Ascension | 12h 41.65m |
| Declination | -1° 26.95′ |
Frequently Asked Questions
What type of star is 29Gam Vir?
29Gam Vir is a Class F — F-type (Yellow-White) star.
How far is 29Gam Vir from Earth?
29Gam Vir is approximately 38.6 light-years from Earth.
Can you see 29Gam Vir with the naked eye?
With an apparent magnitude of 3.52, 29Gam Vir is visible to the naked eye.
What constellation is 29Gam Vir in?
29Gam Vir is located in the constellation Virgo.