60 Aur

60 Aur

60 Aur is a F-type (Yellow-White) star. It carries the designation 60 Aur.

Located approximately 226.8 light-years from Earth, 60 Aur resides within the broader disk of our Milky Way galaxy.

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

60 Aur has an apparent magnitude of +6.32, 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 +0.516.

Physical Properties

Spectral Class Class F — F-type (Yellow-White)
Color Index (B−V) 0.516

Observation

Apparent Magnitude +6.32
Absolute Magnitude 2.11
Distance 227 ly

Position

Right Ascension 6h 53.22m
Declination 38° 26.28′

Frequently Asked Questions

What type of star is 60 Aur?
60 Aur is a Class F — F-type (Yellow-White) star.
How far is 60 Aur from Earth?
60 Aur is approximately 226.8 light-years from Earth.
Can you see 60 Aur with the naked eye?
With an apparent magnitude of 6.32, 60 Aur is not visible to the naked eye.