56 Sgr

56 Sgr

56 Sgr is a K-type (Orange) star located in the constellation Sagittarius. It carries the designation 56 Sgr.

Located approximately 207.6 light-years from Earth, 56 Sgr resides within the broader disk of our Milky Way galaxy.

56 Sgr is classified as a spectral class K star (K-type (Orange)) on the Harvard spectral classification system.

With an apparent magnitude of +4.87, 56 Sgr 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 orange hue, which corresponds to a B-V color index of +1.061.

Fiziksel Özellikler

Spektral Sınıf K Class K — K-type (Orange)
Renk İndeksi (B−V) 1,061

Gözlem

Görünür Parlaklık +4.87
Mutlak Parlaklık 0,85
Mesafe 208 ly
Takımyıldız Sagittarius

Konum

Sağ Açıklık 19h 46,36m
Dik Açı -19° 45,67′

Frequently Asked Questions

What type of star is 56 Sgr?
56 Sgr is a Class K — K-type (Orange) star.
How far is 56 Sgr from Earth?
56 Sgr is approximately 207.6 light-years from Earth.
Can you see 56 Sgr with the naked eye?
With an apparent magnitude of 4.87, 56 Sgr is visible to the naked eye.
What constellation is 56 Sgr in?
56 Sgr is located in the constellation Sagittarius.