Fafnir
42 Dra
Fafnir is a K-type (Orange) star. It carries the designation 42 Dra.
Located approximately 314.8 light-years from Earth, Fafnir resides within the broader disk of our Milky Way galaxy.
Fafnir is classified as a spectral class K star (K-type (Orange)) on the Harvard spectral classification system.
With an apparent magnitude of +4.82, Fafnir 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 +1.179.
Fiziksel Özellikler
| Spektral Sınıf | Class K — K-type (Orange) |
| Renk İndeksi (B−V) | 1,179 |
Gözlem
| Görünür Parlaklık | +4.82 |
| Mutlak Parlaklık | -0,10 |
| Mesafe | 315 ly |
Konum
| Sağ Açıklık | 18h 25,98m |
| Dik Açı | 65° 33,81′ |
Sıkça Sorulan Sorular
What type of star is Fafnir?
Fafnir is a Class K — K-type (Orange) star.
How far is Fafnir from Earth?
Fafnir is approximately 314.8 light-years from Earth.
Can you see Fafnir with the naked eye?
With an apparent magnitude of 4.82, Fafnir is visible to the naked eye.