Delta Ophiuchi

Delta Ophiuchi

Ophiuchus

2.74
Apparent Mag
170
Distance (ly)
M0.5III
Spectral Type
3,679
Temperature (K)

Delta Ophiuchi, also known as Yed Prior, is a red giant in Ophiuchus.

Stellar Data

Apparent Magnitude2.74
Absolute Magnitude-0.9
Distance170 light-years
Spectral TypeM0.5III
Temperature3,679 K
Luminosity330 L☉
Radius59 R☉
Mass1.5 M☉
Right Ascension16h 14m 20.7s
Declination-03° 41′ 39.6″
ConstellationOphiuchus

Notable Facts

  • Also known as Yed Prior meaning the hand first
  • It forms a pair with Epsilon Ophiuchi (Yed Posterior)
  • The star is a modest M-type giant

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