52 Cas

52 Cas

52 Cas is a A-type (White) star located in the constellation Cassiopeia. It carries the designation 52 Cas.

Located approximately 273.6 light-years from Earth, 52 Cas resides within the broader disk of our Milky Way galaxy.

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

52 Cas has an apparent magnitude of +6.00, 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 +0.029.

Propriétés physiques

Classe Spectrale A Class A — A-type (White)
Indice de couleur (B−V) 0,029

Observation

Magnitude Apparente +6.00
Magnitude Absolue 1,38
Distance 274 ly
Constellation Cassiopeia

Position

Ascension droite 2h 2,87m
Déclinaison 64° 54,09′

Frequently Asked Questions

What type of star is 52 Cas?
52 Cas is a Class A — A-type (White) star.
How far is 52 Cas from Earth?
52 Cas is approximately 273.6 light-years from Earth.
Can you see 52 Cas with the naked eye?
With an apparent magnitude of 6.00, 52 Cas is visible to the naked eye.
What constellation is 52 Cas in?
52 Cas is located in the constellation Cassiopeia.