77 Cyg

77 Cyg

77 Cyg is a A-type (White) star located in the constellation Cygnus. It carries the designation 77 Cyg.

Located approximately 412.3 light-years from Earth, 77 Cyg resides within the broader disk of our Milky Way galaxy.

77 Cyg is classified as a spectral class A star (A-type (White)) on the Harvard spectral classification system.

With an apparent magnitude of +5.73, 77 Cyg 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 blue-white hue, which corresponds to a B-V color index of +0.055.

Physical Properties

Spectral Class Class A — A-type (White)
Color Index (B−V) 0.055

Observation

Apparent Magnitude +5.73
Absolute Magnitude 0.22
Distance 412 ly
Constellation Cygnus

Position

Right Ascension 21h 42.38m
Declination 41° 4.62′

Frequently Asked Questions

What type of star is 77 Cyg?
77 Cyg is a Class A — A-type (White) star.
How far is 77 Cyg from Earth?
77 Cyg is approximately 412.3 light-years from Earth.
Can you see 77 Cyg with the naked eye?
With an apparent magnitude of 5.73, 77 Cyg is visible to the naked eye.
What constellation is 77 Cyg in?
77 Cyg is located in the constellation Cygnus.