21 Cnc

21 Cnc

21 Cnc is a M-type (Red) star. It carries the designation 21 Cnc.

Located approximately 888.7 light-years from Earth, 21 Cnc resides within the broader disk of our Milky Way galaxy.

21 Cnc is classified as a spectral class M star (M-type (Red)) on the Harvard spectral classification system.

21 Cnc has an apparent magnitude of +6.11, placing it beyond naked-eye visibility. A good pair of binoculars or a small telescope is required to observe this star. Observers will note its red hue, which corresponds to a B-V color index of +1.507.

物理特性

光谱类型 M Class M — M-type (Red)
色指数 (B−V) 1.507

观测

视星等 +6.11
绝对星等 -1.07
距离 889 ly

位置

赤经 8h 23.92m
赤纬 10° 37.92′

Frequently Asked Questions

What type of star is 21 Cnc?
21 Cnc is a Class M — M-type (Red) star.
How far is 21 Cnc from Earth?
21 Cnc is approximately 888.7 light-years from Earth.
Can you see 21 Cnc with the naked eye?
With an apparent magnitude of 6.11, 21 Cnc is not visible to the naked eye.