8 Lep

8 Lep

8 Lep is a B-type (Blue-White) star. It carries the designation 8 Lep.

At a distance of roughly 1,647 light-years, 8 Lep is a distant star lying deep within the Milky Way galaxy.

8 Lep is classified as a spectral class B star (B-type (Blue-White)) on the Harvard spectral classification system.

With an apparent magnitude of +5.25, 8 Lep 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 blue hue, which corresponds to a B-V color index of -0.219.

الخصائص الفيزيائية

النوع الطيفي B Class B — B-type (Blue-White)
مؤشر اللون (B−V) -0,219

الرصد

القدر الظاهري +5.25
القدر المطلق -3,27
المسافة 1,647 ly

الموضع

المطلع المستقيم 5h 23,50m
الميل -13° 55,64′

Frequently Asked Questions

What type of star is 8 Lep?
8 Lep is a Class B — B-type (Blue-White) star.
How far is 8 Lep from Earth?
8 Lep is approximately 1,647.2 light-years from Earth.
Can you see 8 Lep with the naked eye?
With an apparent magnitude of 5.25, 8 Lep is visible to the naked eye.