6 Mon

6 Mon

6 Mon is a F-type (Yellow-White) star. It carries the designation 6 Mon.

At a distance of roughly 1,388 light-years, 6 Mon is a distant star lying deep within the Milky Way galaxy.

6 Mon is classified as a spectral class F star (F-type (Yellow-White)) on the Harvard spectral classification system.

6 Mon has an apparent magnitude of +6.76, 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 white hue, which corresponds to a B-V color index of +0.364.

Physical Properties

Spectral Class Class F — F-type (Yellow-White)
Color Index (B−V) 0.364

Observation

Apparent Magnitude +6.76
Absolute Magnitude -1.38
Distance 1,388 ly

Position

Right Ascension 6h 17.59m
Declination -10° 43.50′

Frequently Asked Questions

What type of star is 6 Mon?
6 Mon is a Class F — F-type (Yellow-White) star.
How far is 6 Mon from Earth?
6 Mon is approximately 1,387.9 light-years from Earth.
Can you see 6 Mon with the naked eye?
With an apparent magnitude of 6.76, 6 Mon is not visible to the naked eye.