Kap Pyx
Kap Pyx
Kap Pyx is a K-type (Orange) star. It carries the designation Kap Pyx.
Located approximately 560.4 light-years from Earth, Kap Pyx resides within the broader disk of our Milky Way galaxy.
Kap Pyx is classified as a spectral class K star (K-type (Orange)) on the Harvard spectral classification system.
With an apparent magnitude of +4.62, Kap Pyx 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 red hue, which corresponds to a B-V color index of +1.594.
Đặc tính vật lý
| Phân Loại Quang Phổ | K Class K — K-type (Orange) |
| Chỉ số màu (B−V) | 1,594 |
Quan sát
| Cấp Sao Biểu Kiến | +4.62 |
| Cấp Sao Tuyệt Đối | -1,56 |
| Khoảng Cách | 560 ly |
Vị trí
| Xích kinh | 9h 8,05m |
| Xích vĩ | -25° 51,51′ |
Frequently Asked Questions
What type of star is Kap Pyx?
Kap Pyx is a Class K — K-type (Orange) star.
How far is Kap Pyx from Earth?
Kap Pyx is approximately 560.4 light-years from Earth.
Can you see Kap Pyx with the naked eye?
With an apparent magnitude of 4.62, Kap Pyx is visible to the naked eye.