16 UMa
16 UMa
16 UMa is a F-type (Yellow-White) star located in the constellation Ursa Major. It carries the designation 16 UMa.
Located approximately 63.8 light-years from Earth, 16 UMa resides within the broader disk of our Milky Way galaxy.
16 UMa is classified as a spectral class F star (F-type (Yellow-White)) on the Harvard spectral classification system.
With an apparent magnitude of +5.18, 16 UMa 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-white hue, which corresponds to a B-V color index of +0.605.
Fiziksel Özellikler
| Spektral Sınıf | F Class F — F-type (Yellow-White) |
| Renk İndeksi (B−V) | 0,605 |
Gözlem
| Görünür Parlaklık | +5.18 |
| Mutlak Parlaklık | 3,72 |
| Mesafe | 63.8 ly |
| Takımyıldız | Ursa Major |
Konum
| Sağ Açıklık | 9h 14,34m |
| Dik Açı | 61° 25,40′ |
Frequently Asked Questions
What type of star is 16 UMa?
16 UMa is a Class F — F-type (Yellow-White) star.
How far is 16 UMa from Earth?
16 UMa is approximately 63.8 light-years from Earth.
Can you see 16 UMa with the naked eye?
With an apparent magnitude of 5.18, 16 UMa is visible to the naked eye.
What constellation is 16 UMa in?
16 UMa is located in the constellation Ursa Major.