Ácrux
Alp1Cru
Ácrux is a B-type (Blue-White) star located in the constellation Crux. It carries the designation Alp1Cru.
Located approximately 322.0 light-years from Earth, Ácrux resides within the broader disk of our Milky Way galaxy.
Ácrux is classified as a spectral class B star (B-type (Blue-White)) on the Harvard spectral classification system.
Ácrux has an apparent magnitude of +0.77, making it a bright and prominent star that is readily visible to the naked eye. It is one of the more conspicuous stars in its region of the sky. Observers will note its blue hue, which corresponds to a B-V color index of -0.243.
Propiedades físicas
| Clase Espectral | Class B — B-type (Blue-White) |
| Índice de color (B−V) | -0,243 |
Observación
| Magnitud Aparente | +0.77 |
| Magnitud Absoluta | -4,20 |
| Distancia | 322 ly |
| Constelación | Crux |
Posición
| Ascensión recta | 12h 26,60m |
| Declinación | -63° 5,95′ |
Preguntas frecuentes
What type of star is Ácrux?
Ácrux is a Class B — B-type (Blue-White) star.
How far is Ácrux from Earth?
Ácrux is approximately 322.0 light-years from Earth.
Can you see Ácrux with the naked eye?
With an apparent magnitude of 0.77, Ácrux is visible to the naked eye.
What constellation is Ácrux in?
Ácrux is located in the constellation Crux.