74 Oph

74 Oph

74 Oph is a G-type (Yellow) star. It carries the designation 74 Oph.

Located approximately 260.5 light-years from Earth, 74 Oph resides within the broader disk of our Milky Way galaxy.

74 Oph is classified as a spectral class G star (G-type (Yellow)) on the Harvard spectral classification system.

With an apparent magnitude of +4.85, 74 Oph 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 yellow hue, which corresponds to a B-V color index of +0.911.

Physical Properties

Spectral Class Class G — G-type (Yellow)
Color Index (B−V) 0.911

Observation

Apparent Magnitude +4.85
Absolute Magnitude 0.34
Distance 261 ly

Position

Right Ascension 18h 20.87m
Declination 3° 22.63′

Frequently Asked Questions

What type of star is 74 Oph?
74 Oph is a Class G — G-type (Yellow) star.
How far is 74 Oph from Earth?
74 Oph is approximately 260.5 light-years from Earth.
Can you see 74 Oph with the naked eye?
With an apparent magnitude of 4.85, 74 Oph is visible to the naked eye.