86Rho Tau

86Rho Tau

86Rho Tau is a A-type (White) star located in the constellation Taurus. It carries the designation 86Rho Tau.

Located approximately 158.2 light-years from Earth, 86Rho Tau resides within the broader disk of our Milky Way galaxy.

86Rho Tau is classified as a spectral class A star (A-type (White)) on the Harvard spectral classification system.

With an apparent magnitude of +4.65, 86Rho Tau 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-white hue, which corresponds to a B-V color index of +0.255.

Physikalische Eigenschaften

Spektralklasse A Class A — A-type (White)
Farbindex (B−V) 0,255

Beobachtung

Scheinbare Helligkeit +4.65
Absolute Helligkeit 1,22
Entfernung 158 ly
Sternbild Taurus

Position

Rektaszension 4h 33,85m
Deklination 14° 50,67′

Frequently Asked Questions

What type of star is 86Rho Tau?
86Rho Tau is a Class A — A-type (White) star.
How far is 86Rho Tau from Earth?
86Rho Tau is approximately 158.2 light-years from Earth.
Can you see 86Rho Tau with the naked eye?
With an apparent magnitude of 4.65, 86Rho Tau is visible to the naked eye.
What constellation is 86Rho Tau in?
86Rho Tau is located in the constellation Taurus.