5 Eri

5 Eri

5 Eri is a B-type (Blue-White) star. It carries the designation 5 Eri.

Located approximately 362.4 light-years from Earth, 5 Eri resides within the broader disk of our Milky Way galaxy.

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

With an apparent magnitude of +5.56, 5 Eri 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 -0.072.

Propriétés physiques

Classe Spectrale B Class B — B-type (Blue-White)
Indice de couleur (B−V) -0,072

Observation

Magnitude Apparente +5.56
Magnitude Absolue 0,33
Distance 362 ly

Position

Ascension droite 2h 59,69m
Déclinaison -2° 27,90′

Frequently Asked Questions

What type of star is 5 Eri?
5 Eri is a Class B — B-type (Blue-White) star.
How far is 5 Eri from Earth?
5 Eri is approximately 362.4 light-years from Earth.
Can you see 5 Eri with the naked eye?
With an apparent magnitude of 5.56, 5 Eri is visible to the naked eye.