27 Cnc

27 Cnc

27 Cnc is a M-type (Red) star. It carries the designation 27 Cnc.

Located approximately 901.0 light-years from Earth, 27 Cnc resides within the broader disk of our Milky Way galaxy.

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

With an apparent magnitude of +5.56, 27 Cnc 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 +1.608.

物理特性

光谱类型 M Class M — M-type (Red)
色指数 (B−V) 1.608

观测

视星等 +5.56
绝对星等 -1.65
距离 901 ly

位置

赤经 8h 26.73m
赤纬 12° 39.28′

Frequently Asked Questions

What type of star is 27 Cnc?
27 Cnc is a Class M — M-type (Red) star.
How far is 27 Cnc from Earth?
27 Cnc is approximately 901.0 light-years from Earth.
Can you see 27 Cnc with the naked eye?
With an apparent magnitude of 5.56, 27 Cnc is visible to the naked eye.