42 Aur
42 Aur
42 Aur is a F-type (Yellow-White) star. It carries the designation 42 Aur.
Located approximately 232.1 light-years from Earth, 42 Aur resides within the broader disk of our Milky Way galaxy.
42 Aur is classified as a spectral class F star (F-type (Yellow-White)) on the Harvard spectral classification system.
42 Aur has an apparent magnitude of +6.53, 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 +0.263.
Physical Properties
| Spectral Class | Class F — F-type (Yellow-White) |
| Color Index (B−V) | 0.263 |
Observation
| Apparent Magnitude | +6.53 |
| Absolute Magnitude | 2.27 |
| Distance | 232 ly |
Position
| Right Ascension | 6h 17.58m |
| Declination | 46° 25.44′ |
Frequently Asked Questions
What type of star is 42 Aur?
42 Aur is a Class F — F-type (Yellow-White) star.
How far is 42 Aur from Earth?
42 Aur is approximately 232.1 light-years from Earth.
Can you see 42 Aur with the naked eye?
With an apparent magnitude of 6.53, 42 Aur is not visible to the naked eye.