17 Lib

17 Lib

17 Lib is a A-type (White) star. It carries the designation 17 Lib.

Located approximately 356.8 light-years from Earth, 17 Lib resides within the broader disk of our Milky Way galaxy.

17 Lib is classified as a spectral class A star (A-type (White)) on the Harvard spectral classification system.

17 Lib has an apparent magnitude of +6.61, placing it beyond naked-eye visibility. A good pair of binoculars or a small telescope is required to observe this star. Observers will note its blue-white hue, which corresponds to a B-V color index of +0.012.

Propriétés physiques

Classe Spectrale A Class A — A-type (White)
Indice de couleur (B−V) 0,012

Observation

Magnitude Apparente +6.61
Magnitude Absolue 1,42
Distance 357 ly

Position

Ascension droite 14h 58,22m
Déclinaison -11° 9,29′

Frequently Asked Questions

What type of star is 17 Lib?
17 Lib is a Class A — A-type (White) star.
How far is 17 Lib from Earth?
17 Lib is approximately 356.8 light-years from Earth.
Can you see 17 Lib with the naked eye?
With an apparent magnitude of 6.61, 17 Lib is not visible to the naked eye.