17 Lep

17 Lep

17 Lep is a A-type (White) star. It carries the designation 17 Lep.

Located approximately 908.5 light-years from Earth, 17 Lep resides within the broader disk of our Milky Way galaxy.

17 Lep is classified as a spectral class A star (A-type (White)) on the Harvard spectral classification system.

With an apparent magnitude of +4.92, 17 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-white hue, which corresponds to a B-V color index of +0.196.

Propiedades físicas

Clase Espectral A Class A — A-type (White)
Índice de color (B−V) 0,196

Observación

Magnitud Aparente +4.92
Magnitud Absoluta -2,30
Distancia 909 ly

Posición

Ascensión recta 6h 4,99m
Declinación -16° 29,07′

Frequently Asked Questions

What type of star is 17 Lep?
17 Lep is a Class A — A-type (White) star.
How far is 17 Lep from Earth?
17 Lep is approximately 908.5 light-years from Earth.
Can you see 17 Lep with the naked eye?
With an apparent magnitude of 4.92, 17 Lep is visible to the naked eye.