15 Eri

15 Eri

15 Eri is a K-type (Orange) star. It carries the designation 15 Eri.

Located approximately 255.4 light-years from Earth, 15 Eri resides within the broader disk of our Milky Way galaxy.

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

With an apparent magnitude of +4.86, 15 Eri 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 hue, which corresponds to a B-V color index of +0.904.

物理特性

光谱类型 K Class K — K-type (Orange)
色指数 (B−V) 0.904

观测

视星等 +4.86
绝对星等 0.39
距离 255 ly

位置

赤经 3h 18.37m
赤纬 -22° 30.67′

Frequently Asked Questions

What type of star is 15 Eri?
15 Eri is a Class K — K-type (Orange) star.
How far is 15 Eri from Earth?
15 Eri is approximately 255.4 light-years from Earth.
Can you see 15 Eri with the naked eye?
With an apparent magnitude of 4.86, 15 Eri is visible to the naked eye.