Kap Cru

Kap Cru

Kap Cru is a B-type (Blue-White) star located in the constellation Crux. It carries the designation Kap Cru.

Kap Cru is an extraordinarily remote star, situated approximately 326,156 light-years from Earth.

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

With an apparent magnitude of +5.89, Kap Cru 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 +0.200.

Propiedades físicas

Clase Espectral Class B — B-type (Blue-White)
Índice de color (B−V) 0,200

Observación

Magnitud Aparente +5.89
Magnitud Absoluta -14,11
Distancia 326,156 ly
Constelación Crux

Posición

Ascensión recta 12h 53,82m
Declinación -60° 22,57′

Preguntas frecuentes

What type of star is Kap Cru?
Kap Cru is a Class B — B-type (Blue-White) star.
How far is Kap Cru from Earth?
Kap Cru is approximately 326,156.0 light-years from Earth.
Can you see Kap Cru with the naked eye?
With an apparent magnitude of 5.89, Kap Cru is visible to the naked eye.
What constellation is Kap Cru in?
Kap Cru is located in the constellation Crux.