5 Aqr

5 Aqr

5 Aqr is a B-type (Blue-White) star located in the constellation Aquarius. It carries the designation 5 Aqr.

Located approximately 649.7 light-years from Earth, 5 Aqr resides within the broader disk of our Milky Way galaxy.

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

With an apparent magnitude of +5.55, 5 Aqr 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 -0.076.

Propiedades físicas

Clase Espectral B Class B — B-type (Blue-White)
Índice de color (B−V) -0,076

Observación

Magnitud Aparente +5.55
Magnitud Absoluta -0,95
Distancia 650 ly
Constelación Aquarius

Posición

Ascensión recta 20h 52,14m
Declinación -5° 30,42′

Frequently Asked Questions

What type of star is 5 Aqr?
5 Aqr is a Class B — B-type (Blue-White) star.
How far is 5 Aqr from Earth?
5 Aqr is approximately 649.7 light-years from Earth.
Can you see 5 Aqr with the naked eye?
With an apparent magnitude of 5.55, 5 Aqr is visible to the naked eye.
What constellation is 5 Aqr in?
5 Aqr is located in the constellation Aquarius.