8 Per
8 Per
8 Per is a K-type (Orange) star located in the constellation Perseus. It carries the designation 8 Per.
Located approximately 410.8 light-years from Earth, 8 Per resides within the broader disk of our Milky Way galaxy.
8 Per is classified as a spectral class K star (K-type (Orange)) on the Harvard spectral classification system.
With an apparent magnitude of +5.75, 8 Per 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 orange hue, which corresponds to a B-V color index of +1.175.
Propiedades físicas
| Clase Espectral | K Class K — K-type (Orange) |
| Índice de color (B−V) | 1,175 |
Observación
| Magnitud Aparente | +5.75 |
| Magnitud Absoluta | 0,25 |
| Distancia | 411 ly |
| Constelación | Perseus |
Posición
| Ascensión recta | 2h 18,00m |
| Declinación | 57° 53,99′ |
Frequently Asked Questions
What type of star is 8 Per?
8 Per is a Class K — K-type (Orange) star.
How far is 8 Per from Earth?
8 Per is approximately 410.8 light-years from Earth.
Can you see 8 Per with the naked eye?
With an apparent magnitude of 5.75, 8 Per is visible to the naked eye.
What constellation is 8 Per in?
8 Per is located in the constellation Perseus.