44 Cas

44 Cas

44 Cas is a B-type (Blue-White) star located in the constellation Cassiopeia. It carries the designation 44 Cas.

At a distance of roughly 1,045 light-years, 44 Cas is a distant star lying deep within the Milky Way galaxy.

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

With an apparent magnitude of +5.78, 44 Cas 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 -0.010.

Propiedades físicas

Clase Espectral B Class B — B-type (Blue-White)
Índice de color (B−V) -0,010

Observación

Magnitud Aparente +5.78
Magnitud Absoluta -1,75
Distancia 1,045 ly
Constelación Cassiopeia

Posición

Ascensión recta 1h 43,33m
Declinación 60° 33,08′

Frequently Asked Questions

What type of star is 44 Cas?
44 Cas is a Class B — B-type (Blue-White) star.
How far is 44 Cas from Earth?
44 Cas is approximately 1,045.4 light-years from Earth.
Can you see 44 Cas with the naked eye?
With an apparent magnitude of 5.78, 44 Cas is visible to the naked eye.
What constellation is 44 Cas in?
44 Cas is located in the constellation Cassiopeia.